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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 09:52 AM
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Does anyone know of a kit to install a set of front calipers on the rear??
I think that would look so much better than the small calipers on the rear now.
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 02:05 PM
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I agree, that would look sweet.
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 02:12 PM
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I have an even better solution:









Putting front calipers on the rear without upgrading the fronts would really mess up the brake bias.
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Search is your friend.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...s-on-back.html

DRM puts out a kit.

As has also been suggested you can buy a BBK (Big Brake Kit). Just make sure it works with whatever rims/tires combination you have or want to go with.
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Why not just buy a Porche or a Ferrari in the first place?
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Originally Posted by pinballfanatic
Does anyone know of a kit to install a set of front calipers on the rear??
I think that would look so much better than the small calipers on the rear now.
Thanx
Get a set of front brackets. Front calipers and front rotors. Works great, and looks good too. I did mine. Doesn't screw up the bias either. I'll post pics!
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