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Old Nov 28, 2023 | 04:19 PM
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I haven't tinkered on C8 brakes yet. Do they benefit from having aftermarket brake lines? This seems more of a custom touch and less of a "I need this to go fast on the track or I'll die".

Not diminishing the product, I have ran these before and had zero issues. But makes me wonder if it was an overkill upgrade.
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I haven't tinkered on C8 brakes yet. Do they benefit from having aftermarket brake lines? This seems more of a custom touch and less of a "I need this to go fast on the track or I'll die".

Not diminishing the product, I have ran these before and had zero issues. But makes me wonder if it was an overkill upgrade.
The C8 brakes leave a lot to be desired with how much control the ECU has over the feel and application of the brakes.... i wouldnt run to the store to buy brake lines but I think they helped a little bit, however i didnt install just lines, i installed lines in conjunction with the AP racing front and rear kit.

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The C8 brakes leave a lot to be desired with how much control the ECU has over the feel and application of the brakes.... i wouldnt run to the store to buy brake lines but I think they helped a little bit, however i didnt install just lines, i installed lines in conjunction with the AP racing front and rear kit.
I'm thinking of keeping the stock calipers and running the AP Racing rotors. Don't see much of a reason to change the lines unless there is good reason for it.

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