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Old 09-29-2012   #1
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Default Re: Z06 Brakes getting ready for install

How many years ago was that ad?
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Old 09-29-2012   #2
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Default Re: Z06 Brakes getting ready for install

Some pics of the brake calipers with Z06 wheels







and pics of wheel clearance before and after



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Old 10-10-2012   #3
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How many years ago was that ad?
for a/o engineering.. easily mid 90s
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for a/o engineering.. easily mid 90s
The weak link in the AO Engineering dual caliper setup is the brake disc, which is why the system never really caught on. Just not enough mass in the disc to absorb energy - Adding airflow helps a little ...
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