C6zo6 breaks
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From: Hunts-Vegas Alabama
C6zo6 breaks
I'm looking to put the c6 zo6 breaks on my c5. How many c5 owners have done this, and do you feel it was worth the money and time? I really like the way they look, and I'm sure they stop the car way better than the c5 zo6 breaks...... Who has the best prices around town?
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2klen4u
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2klen4u
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I think the first stop is the forum for sale section. You can probably work out a deal from someone who is getting rid of their Z06 brake kit. Fred Bean (forum vendor)is also worth checking with. 
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I always liked the looks of the C6 Z06 brakes. They are an improvement over stock but not the best set up for all out racing-although I've never heard anything negative about them from road tests in any of the major magazines. You must use correct wheels and spacing but they are a direct bolt on to the C5 and really fill out the wheel. Shop around for the best pricing. I have the set up and I'm very happy with mine.
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Thanks I have done that, but I seem to be that bird that was late, and didn't get the worm. Ill check with this vendor you speak of
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I mainly want mine for looks and better breaking. I don't do any kind of racing, unless I run up on someone on interstate. Then I may play a little with ya.
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I always liked the looks of the C6 Z06 brakes. They are an improvement over stock but not the best set up for all out racing-although I've never heard anything negative about them from road tests in any of the major magazines. You must use correct wheels and spacing but they are a direct bolt on to the C5 and really fill out the wheel. Shop around for the best pricing. I have the set up and I'm very happy with mine.
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I got mine off of a forum member about a year ago. I paid $1100 plus alittle more for braided brake lines from L.A.P.D. They are a good improvement over the stock brakes especially with the 345 tires I am running now! They look much better too!
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I would do this if I can ever get someone to confirm the minimum inside diameter needed to clear the fronts brakes. 18" wheels do not guarantee enough clearance.
Try Fred Beans or GMPartshouse for the best prices on GM parts.
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I was told by corvettes of houston that they would clear my HRE 547's without a problem. He said they would not clear any 17inch wheel. I plan on putting mine on with very soon. I'm wondering??? How long does it take to install these, if you do it yourself?
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Id like to know the offset also. 
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I was told by corvettes of houston that they would clear my HRE 547's without a problem. He said they would not clear any 17inch wheel. I plan on putting mine on with very soon. I'm wondering??? How long does it take to install these, if you do it yourself?
Thanks,
2KLEN4U
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2KLEN4U