Big Brakes Needed

[Blue Flame Restorations]

Originally Posted by XfireZ51

Brett,

You need 18" wheels for the Z06 calipers. Won't work on 17s. I'll sell you my Brembos and convert to Z06 brakes.

Man, that sucks! I'd hate to think I'd have to do C5 Z06 brakes. I'm not getting rid of my Dymags though.

I guess I need to look at some Z's with C5 calipers.

How much for the Brembos, Dom?

[POWERBRAKEBOB]

The entire premise of the ZR-1 was to be able to bring in a dual pattern camshaft for vacuum and emissions reasons. As you know, it is very complicated to bring in the secondary ports. The L88's had little vacuum, and Chevrolet did NOT want the public driving that car because the brake booster would not work in traffic, and the car could not stop or go into a turn at 160mph without a booster.
The LT-5 was a modern solution to this dilemma.
I specialize in HYDROBOOST power brake conversions, which run off of the p/s pump, and need NO vacuum. The stopping power is incredible, as 2000psi is available to the calipers, even at idle pump speed. I have done these before on Big Block C-4 conversions, but will be prototyping a Hydroboost on my own car soon. I will have the hoses and brackets dialed in for those who want the very finest in brakes. I will use the more common 1" master cyl, eliminating the weak and expensive 13/16' or 7/8' original master cylinders. This will give a much firmer pedal feel.
With High pressure, the car stops in nearly half the distance. This has the effect of not heating the rotors, and eliminating the need for giant rotors.

[ZZZZZR1]

Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations

Hi all. I want to utilize either C5 or C6 ZO6 brakes. I know there are some caliper brackets and kits. I searched the threads but would just like to be able to take the list for what I want and order it.

I have GenII Dymags that will accept some huge brakes. I just don't know how huge????? They are 17x11 and 17x13 wheels.

I "think???" I want to stay with Corvette brake calipers and rotors, preferably.

Any advice?

Very doubtful you can fit C6 Z06 brakes. (rears maybe, but fronts almost certain they won't fit)

C6 Z06 brakes are very pricey.... If you go "cheap", they are 2k.

C5/C6 brakes are a great value @ under $600.



David

[Blue Flame Restorations]

I just want to get an idea of what I need to buy next month at Carlisle. I plan on spending some serious $$$ on everthing I need ZR1. I want GM bigger brakes on the 92 project car. It would be nice to buy everything I need while I'm there.

I also need a perfect hood and front bumper assembly.

[Blue Flame Restorations]

What does Bob have on his 427 car?

[-=Jeff=-]

Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations

What does Bob have on his 427 car?

Wilwood 6 piston in the front. I think 4 piston in the rear.

[XfireZ51]

Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations

What does Bob have on his 427 car?

I think he and Al have Wilwoods. I would do the C6Z brakes as a straight up swap for the Brembos. You buy the C6Z brakes and adapters, I'll give you the Brembos w rotors and pads

[Blue Flame Restorations]

Originally Posted by XfireZ51

I think he and Al have Wilwoods. I would do the C6Z brakes as a straight up swap for the Brembos. You buy the C6Z brakes and adapters, I'll give you the Brembos w rotors and pads

I'm contemplating what to do. I just looked at the C5 Z06 calipers on ebay and the brackets for them. About $600 for that setup. Brembos are intriguing though.

[Aurora40]

Originally Posted by ZZZZZR1

C6 Z06 brakes are very pricey.... If you go "cheap", they are 2k.

Is the adapter hardware for the C4 pricey? Because for $2k you could buy all brand-new GM calipers, pads, and rotors shipped. Used should be considerably less than that.

I've been keeping an eye on them because I have a friend with a C6 in the market for them.

To the OP, it is the 14" rotor diameter and the fact that your wheels are only 17" in diameter that makes them unlikely to work. Not any kind of spoke to caliper clearance.

[ZZZZZR1]

Originally Posted by Aurora40

Is the adapter hardware for the C4 pricey? Because for $2k you could buy all brand-new GM calipers, pads, and rotors shipped. Used should be considerably less than that.

I've been keeping an eye on them because I have a friend with a C6 in the market for them.

To the OP, it is the 14" rotor diameter and the fact that your wheels are only 17" in diameter that makes them unlikely to work. Not any kind of spoke to caliper clearance.

$500 alone for the rear hub needed for the emergency brake. Front adapters are about $150 to $200.

Need different SS lines, rotors, calipers, pads, etc etc etc.

Ask Ricky... VERY pricey!

C5 / C6 brake upgrade is the best for the $$$$$ and looks great!