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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 09:15 PM
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Any good instructions out there on changing the break pads on my C6?
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 09:58 PM
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remove wheel
loosen bottom retaining bolt
remove top retaining bolt
swing caliper open
remove pads
compress pistons
replace pads
swing it back in place and tighten the bolts.

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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 08:13 AM
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Does anybody know the Part No. for ceramic brake pads. My Dealer says they don't make them. I am tired of the dust. I have a 2007 coupe with the F55

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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by 2007 C6
Does anybody know the Part No. for ceramic brake pads. My Dealer says they don't make them. I am tired of the dust. I have a 2007 coupe with the F55
Your dealer is not looking in the right place. The ceramics are available from the dealer but are marketed under something else name wise...not sure if it's AC Delco, Delco Remy or another reconized GM brand name but I'm sure someone else can clarify that info.
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Thank you.
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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 03:43 PM
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Does anybody know the Part No. for ceramic brake pads. My Dealer says they don't make them. I am tired of the dust. I have a 2007 coupe with the F55
GM P/N fronts-88909667 Rears- 88909668 Non Z51

For Z51 fronts 89060211 Rears-88964095
About $115 Fread Bean
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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by c6vette
GM P/N fronts-88909667 Rears- 88909668 Non Z51

For Z51 fronts 89060211 Rears-88964095
About $115 Fread Bean
I have the slotted rotors with that came on the 2007 when you ordered the F55 ride package. So would I use the Z51 pads or the other?

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I have the slotted rotors with that came on the 2007 when you ordered the F55 ride package. So would I use the Z51 pads or the other?

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I have an 05 with F55. More than likely you will require the Z51 type. Call Gene at Fred Bean he will give you the correct part #.
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Originally Posted by c6vette
GM P/N fronts-88909667 Rears- 88909668 Non Z51

For Z51 fronts 89060211 Rears-88964095
About $115 Fread Bean

I put themn on my car and the brake dust problem went away.
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