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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 09:42 AM
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I recently added a lot more power to my car http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1889765 and think it might be time for a brake upgrade. I've been considering Baer's six piston setup or Stoptech, and hoping to use 14in rotors. The car has 18x9.5in HRE 541s. How do I know what will fit? Thanks for any input.
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 01:47 PM
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I've been considering Baer's six piston setup or Stoptech, and hoping to use 14in rotors. The car has 18x9.5in HRE 541s. How do I know what will fit? Thanks for any input.
Check out StopTech's web site below:

http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/wheel_fitment.shtml

They have templates that you can print out and cut. Then use the template on the inside of the wheel to check for clearance. StopTech also has their install manual online if you are interested in seeing what is involved.

I don't know about Baer.....
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Your best bet is Wilwood as there set-up is designed for street wheels with less thickness accross the bridge. Same calipers, they just take a smaller thickness pad.

I have a 14" set of them and they work with 18 Z06 rims. You might need some small spacers.
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StopTech Web site had printable templets to help you determan your wheels offset
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Thanks guys. I had only been looking at vendor sites. Both Stoptech and Baer have templates on their sites. I'm not sure why I didn't think to look there first.:o
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