Z06 Brake calipers???
Drifting
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From: Ft. Liquordale Florida
We've been buggin the hell out of Gene (Beans). He's probably got a dozen on backlog by now. I really hadn't planned on (make that: can't afford) any more mods for awhile.
But I'll throw this one on a CC and worry about it later. It's probably the only thing I'm really jonesing for right this minute...
Rick
But I'll throw this one on a CC and worry about it later. It's probably the only thing I'm really jonesing for right this minute...
Rick
Pro
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From: Oregon
Is there a difference between the C6 and Z06 master cylinder bores?
Some notes from a google search:
1. Master cylinders with bigger bores give less pedal travel, yet a firmer feeling pedal, while a smaller diameter bore will yield more pedal travel and give a softer feeling pedal.
2. To get more force/pressure at the calipers, increase the caliper bore diameter (without changing the master cylinder, or any other components). More piston area (at the wheels) equals more pressure.
Some notes from a google search:
1. Master cylinders with bigger bores give less pedal travel, yet a firmer feeling pedal, while a smaller diameter bore will yield more pedal travel and give a softer feeling pedal.
2. To get more force/pressure at the calipers, increase the caliper bore diameter (without changing the master cylinder, or any other components). More piston area (at the wheels) equals more pressure.
Drifting
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From: Ft. Liquordale Florida
Originally Posted by jmess
Is there a difference between the C6 and Z06 master cylinder bores?
Some notes from a google search:
1. Master cylinders with bigger bores give less pedal travel, yet a firmer feeling pedal, while a smaller diameter bore will yield more pedal travel and give a softer feeling pedal.
2. To get more force/pressure at the calipers, increase the caliper bore diameter (without changing the master cylinder, or any other components). More piston area (at the wheels) equals more pressure.
Some notes from a google search:
1. Master cylinders with bigger bores give less pedal travel, yet a firmer feeling pedal, while a smaller diameter bore will yield more pedal travel and give a softer feeling pedal.
2. To get more force/pressure at the calipers, increase the caliper bore diameter (without changing the master cylinder, or any other components). More piston area (at the wheels) equals more pressure.
That's one thing I've been wondering about...
Will the Z51 master cylinder have the capacity to run these calipers without any issues? Obviously going to SS lines is going to help also.
I'm still hot for them anyway...
Rick
Instructor
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From: Twin Falls Idaho
z06 brakes, c6 rims
I inquired at knowledgeable Chevy dealer represented on this site. I was told the Z06 brakes aren't available yet. As I expected. No biggie.
I was also told that they DO fit inside the stock C6 wheels. That's at variance with what
Who really KNOWS FOR A FACT that they do, or do not fit stock C6 wheels?
I was also told that they DO fit inside the stock C6 wheels. That's at variance with what
Who really KNOWS FOR A FACT that they do, or do not fit stock C6 wheels?
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Instructor
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From: Twin Falls Idaho
wheels
Originally Posted by burtonbl103
I have been working on this a s well
I have taled to fred beans every week
the parts are in the system and the prices but you just cant order yet !
Also they WILL NOT FIT UNDER THE FACTOR C6 RIMS !!!!
YOU MUST GO AFTERMARKET or c6 z06 knockoffs
I have taled to fred beans every week
the parts are in the system and the prices but you just cant order yet !
Also they WILL NOT FIT UNDER THE FACTOR C6 RIMS !!!!
YOU MUST GO AFTERMARKET or c6 z06 knockoffs
Another vendor on this forum told me on the telephone that Z06 brakes DO fit under stock C6 wheels. OK guys, which way is it????
Le Mans Master
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From: Cincinnati Ohio
Originally Posted by billsee
Another vendor on this forum told me on the telephone that Z06 brakes DO fit under stock C6 wheels. OK guys, which way is it????
Sorry, just joking around. I have no idea, and would like to find out also.
The WILWOOD six pistons require a very small spacer front/back to work on the stock C6 rims.
Got to watch how big of a spacer you run, as you want your lugnuts to be able to grab all all the threads.
Safety Car
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From: Limerick Pa
Hi All,
Ha-ha.. a dozen requests by now. If you guys only knew what kind of mail I've received on this!! We're about to do something big with these... I'll be selling them on the website soon. Final tally on the selling price appears to be around 1795 + shipping.
Look out, we're pre-selling them on the website very soon!
-Gene
Ha-ha.. a dozen requests by now. If you guys only knew what kind of mail I've received on this!! We're about to do something big with these... I'll be selling them on the website soon. Final tally on the selling price appears to be around 1795 + shipping.
Look out, we're pre-selling them on the website very soon!
-Gene
Thread Starter
Safety Car
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From: Dallas/Valley Ranch TEXAS!!!
Originally Posted by Gene@FredBeans
Hi All,
Ha-ha.. a dozen requests by now. If you guys only knew what kind of mail I've received on this!! We're about to do something big with these... I'll be selling them on the website soon. Final tally on the selling price appears to be around 1795 + shipping.
Look out, we're pre-selling them on the website very soon!
-Gene
Ha-ha.. a dozen requests by now. If you guys only knew what kind of mail I've received on this!! We're about to do something big with these... I'll be selling them on the website soon. Final tally on the selling price appears to be around 1795 + shipping.
Look out, we're pre-selling them on the website very soon!
-Gene
Jeremy
2nd Gear
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Caliper Piston
Will the Z51 master cylinder have the capacity to run these calipers without any issues?
Thanks,
Richard P.
Safety Car
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From: Limerick Pa
Originally Posted by BgBoost1
Gene - Is all the Hoop-La Causing you to raise your Initial Offering price from $1600 to $1795??
Supply and Demand = Price$$$$
Supply and Demand = Price$$$$
I said intially that it was preliminary because everyone wanted to know what our sale price might be. I initially said 1695 and have moved it to 1795 for several reasons.
If anyone knew at all, the extent I am having to go through to get an anonymous amount of kits they would ask no questions.
The going price is 2795 of the kit, so I feel the discount given for the amount of work involved is extremely reasonable!
-Gene
Burning Brakes
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From: Alhambra Calismognazifornia, in the country everyone comes just to complain but won't go back home!
Originally Posted by Gene@FredBeans
Hi All,
Ha-ha.. a dozen requests by now. If you guys only knew what kind of mail I've received on this!! We're about to do something big with these... I'll be selling them on the website soon. Final tally on the selling price appears to be around 1795 + shipping.
Look out, we're pre-selling them on the website very soon!
-Gene
Ha-ha.. a dozen requests by now. If you guys only knew what kind of mail I've received on this!! We're about to do something big with these... I'll be selling them on the website soon. Final tally on the selling price appears to be around 1795 + shipping.
Look out, we're pre-selling them on the website very soon!
-Gene
Instructor
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From: Whittier California
Plated / zinc washed rotors
I have big drilled/grooved/plated Baer Track rotors on my present car but had a problem with wheel cleaner staining the shiney rotor hats. They looked like they had corrosion spots.
I pulled all the wheels and painted the hats and exposed part of the rotor (the 1/4 inch strip that gets rusty because the pads don't rub there) with black 1200 degree header paint after a light sanding with 400 grit. Although I didn't use any rust inhibiting primer, it looks great, has lasted for 4 years and makes the wheels stand out against the black background. A cheap, effective fix.
I pulled all the wheels and painted the hats and exposed part of the rotor (the 1/4 inch strip that gets rusty because the pads don't rub there) with black 1200 degree header paint after a light sanding with 400 grit. Although I didn't use any rust inhibiting primer, it looks great, has lasted for 4 years and makes the wheels stand out against the black background. A cheap, effective fix.
Eccentric Member
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From: Like Anyone Could Even Know That! Florida
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08-'09
Originally Posted by Gene@FredBeans
Hi there,
I said intially that it was preliminary because everyone wanted to know what our sale price might be. I initially said 1695 and have moved it to 1795 for several reasons.
If anyone knew at all, the extent I am having to go through to get an anonymous amount of kits they would ask no questions.
The going price is 2795 of the kit, so I feel the discount given for the amount of work involved is extremely reasonable!
-Gene
I said intially that it was preliminary because everyone wanted to know what our sale price might be. I initially said 1695 and have moved it to 1795 for several reasons.
If anyone knew at all, the extent I am having to go through to get an anonymous amount of kits they would ask no questions.
The going price is 2795 of the kit, so I feel the discount given for the amount of work involved is extremely reasonable!
-Gene
Burning Brakes
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From: Dallas Texas
Originally Posted by billsee
Another vendor on this forum told me on the telephone that Z06 brakes DO fit under stock C6 wheels. OK guys, which way is it????
Thanks to John Page at 21st Century Musclecar for letting me measure against his Z06
