C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
09-29-2007, 09:17 PM
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C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
just a 'show off' thread. if've you've got pics, post them up
09-30-2007, 03:13 PM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
very nice, i like the wheels, they are a bit different than most.
here mine, i think you've seen them
my calipers are dirtier than yours
here mine, i think you've seen them
my calipers are dirtier than yours
10-16-2007, 04:56 AM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
Gents,
Those a re some NICE looking brakes..........I just priced out a set from Ed.
Those a re some NICE looking brakes..........I just priced out a set from Ed.
10-16-2007, 11:20 AM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
Tiny, 
I am sure they work a whole lot better than stock though. Are those stock rotors?
I am sure they work a whole lot better than stock though. Are those stock rotors?
10-24-2007, 01:47 AM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
here is a pic of my front brakes http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x...ikeshow022.jpg http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x...aropics224.jpg
10-28-2007, 10:44 PM
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looks great!
I need brakes soon, alot of fade in mine. I have about 40k miles on the rotors and about 20k on the pads. At least I did put on SS lines awhile back, that helped abit.
I need brakes soon, alot of fade in mine. I have about 40k miles on the rotors and about 20k on the pads. At least I did put on SS lines awhile back, that helped abit.
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
very nice guys very nice.... also mdformula where did u purchase the ss lines and about how much did you have to spend on them?
10-28-2007, 11:42 PM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
B E A utiful man! Gotta love the ZO6's! I went with the 13.5" Z51 C6 rotors. LOVE the big brakes!!! 
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10-29-2007, 11:11 PM
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I just have plain old 12" C4 brakes. But they stop like whoa and look great, even with drums out back! Gotta love the 13" setups 
10-30-2007, 08:26 AM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
Looks great! What rotors are you using? I have the same wheels and I'm hoping I can use a 12.75" or 13" C5 rotor...
11-02-2007, 08:13 PM
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Not my thirdgen, but I did get my info from here
11-02-2007, 11:44 PM
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awww and I was feeling so good about my C5's LOL. You just HAD to rub it in huh? Nice setup man, someday I may upgrade to those, but for now the C5/C6's I have are working great for me!!
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11-10-2007, 12:24 AM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
Any idea how much better the car stops?
How much do the C5 brakes cost?
How much do the C6 brakes cost?
iansane, could you post a pic of your entire car? I was thinking about getting those wheels.
11-12-2007, 07:00 AM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
email ebmiller for a quote for the brake swap (C5 and C6). His swap is complete with EVERYTHING. So kits are not so complete.
11-12-2007, 09:16 AM
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As far as stopping power goes. It's a night and day difference between stock and my C5 units. I imagine the C6 6-pistons are even better, but I don't know how much of a seat of the pants difference you'd notice. I know it's the first upgrade that should be done to EVERY thirdgen, that's for SURE!!
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11-14-2007, 02:22 PM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
[QUOTE=iansane;3518793]C5? That's a good start. How about C6? 
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I'd do the C6 swap if 18 inch wheels and tires wouldn't be on the parts list, lol.
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I'd do the C6 swap if 18 inch wheels and tires wouldn't be on the parts list, lol.
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11-18-2007, 02:57 PM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
here is a pic of c5 zo6 brakes..
http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x...ikeshow022.jpg
http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x...ikeshow022.jpg
11-23-2007, 05:51 PM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
My c6 stuff was pricey, but cheap in regards to other brake kits out there.
Calipers - 200ea
Rotors - I want to say 150ea
Padset - 200/set
That's basically all @ cost prices.
Retail is hideous though, the padset is $330 list!
11-23-2007, 11:22 PM
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Re: C5 Z06 fronts installed.. finally!
I'll stick with my economical LS1 brakes, thanks. Calipers start at 140...
11-24-2007, 09:29 AM
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