C5 Tech Corvette Tech/Performance: LS1 Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Tech Topics, Basic Tech, Maintenance, How to Remove & Replace
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Brake Question

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 3, 2003 | 09:49 AM
  #1  
urslooow's Avatar
urslooow
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 2,479
Likes: 17
From: Miami Fl
Default Brake Question

Bringing my car intp the pef shop for some extras and was going to have them check my pads. I occaisionally hit the auto-x track (every 4-8 weeks), love to drag same frequency. Is it woth it for me to upgrade the pads (any reccommendations--metallics?)? What about stainless steel brake lines and upgrade of the fluid? thanx guys :seeya
Reply
Old Mar 3, 2003 | 10:20 AM
  #2  
User 81424's Avatar
User 81424
Team Owner
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 56,377
Likes: 79
Default Re: Brake Question (urslooow)

Not neccessary for auto-x or drag, just learn to drive the car the way it is.
Reply
Old Mar 3, 2003 | 10:55 AM
  #3  
Kenny94945's Avatar
Kenny94945
Le Mans Master
25 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 6,476
Likes: 711
From: Sausalito CA
Default Re: Brake Question (urslooow)

I do not think there is anything wrong with the stock pads and rotors. DEFINITELY change out the fluid. Ford High Performance brake fluid is the bang for the buck. ATE Super Blue is a good choice also. Steele lines...do increase brake pedal feel. I'd do it if not on a budget.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Brake Question





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 08:26 AM.

story-0
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-1
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)

Slideshow: Ranking the top 10 Corvette engines by torque output.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:58:09


VIEW MORE
story-3
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!

Slideshow: A Corvette pace car nearly matching IndyCar speeds sounds exaggerated, until you look at the numbers.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-04 20:03:36


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!

Among a rather large group of them.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:56:44


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!

Slideshow: the top 10 things Corvette owners want in the C9 Corvette

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-30 12:41:15


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know

Slideshow: 10 Important Corvette 'firsts' that every fan should know.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 17:02:16


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2

Slideshow: Should you buy a 2020-2026 Corvette or wait for 2027?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-22 10:08:58


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-24 16:12:42


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE