Best C6 Brake Upgrade WITHOUT Changing Wheels?
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2013
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From: Southern California
I'd go with the Z06/Grand Sport brakes or aftermarket equivalent, this is a fast car so put some real brakes on it. They will get the job done and look good doing it.
All the comments about pads and temperature ranges and what is most cost effective are all valid but his car packs some serious power and I have never regretted having too much braking capability.
All the comments about pads and temperature ranges and what is most cost effective are all valid but his car packs some serious power and I have never regretted having too much braking capability.
Last edited by Guard Dad; Sep 23, 2014 at 05:05 PM.
Race Director
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From: Hudson WI
NCM Sinkhole Donor
I'd go with the Z06/Grand Sport brakes or aftermarket equivalent, this is a fast car so put some real brakes on it. They will get the job done and look good doing it.
All the comments about pads and temperature ranges and what is most cost effective are all valid but his car packs some serious power and I have never regretted having too much braking capability.
All the comments about pads and temperature ranges and what is most cost effective are all valid but his car packs some serious power and I have never regretted having too much braking capability.
StopTec, Wilwood, AP, Baer are all better alternatives. Dave Hill was pissed at Brembo about something so he killed Brembos when the car launched. Dave Hill also did not want steering wheel controls, so as soon as he retired, the car got steering wheel controls. Yes one person does have that much influence.
Last edited by timd38; Sep 23, 2014 at 08:15 PM.
Instructor
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My car is NOT a Z51...just base all around except for the rear widebody and the Z06 stock rims. From what I am gathering.... It would seem that I can leave my front end body stuff alone and I think I am planning to change out my Z06 stock front rims for some replicas that match but are stock base front width (someone had mentioned the fronts were the same regarding clearance..yes, same diameter, but 1" wider than base and different offset). I was only considering using the Z06 front wheels (and corresponding widebody front) to accommodate Z06 brakes..but it sounds like I can get significantly better braking without going too crazy overboard. Lots of excellent ideas on here to work with. Fluid is a little dark, so I am going to start with fluid, pads and lines...then consider some drilled or slotted rotors if I don't see enough of a difference. I loved the advice on the track and I will have to see what is around me for options on a long straight to test my braking both before and after. Any additional opinions are welcome as well... Cheers...
