Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
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Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
I have seen a lot about upgrades, but most involve a 16" wheel. Are there really any options for upgrades, front or rear, for 15" wheels?
I read some say the C4 non-HD upgrade may fit the front.
I read some say the C4 non-HD upgrade may fit the front.
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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
I know the 1LE PBR brakes on the rear JUST fit in the stock 15" wheel. Don't know about the front.
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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
Aren't there differences on the inside diameter between the different styles of 15" wheels too?
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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
Yes, and that is what makes it hard to say that a certain kit will universally fit any 15" wheel. There is a large variation of inside clearance on OEM 16" 3rd gen wheels, so aftermarket will be worse.
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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
I have OEM wheels, but I figured there is some variation. Looks like I will have to upgrade my wheels if I want to upgrade my brakes.
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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
I'm running a disc rear from a 94 firebird on my camaro with the stock 15" wheels. It has the LT1 rear disc brakes on it and I've had no clearance issues at all. From what I've read on here, the C4 non-HD front brake upgrade will fit. I hope that is true cause I've got almost everything needed for it, guess I'll find out for sure once I get around to installing it.
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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
I'm running a disc rear from a 94 firebird on my camaro with the stock 15" wheels. It has the LT1 rear disc brakes on it and I've had no clearance issues at all. From what I've read on here, the C4 non-HD front brake upgrade will fit. I hope that is true cause I've got almost everything needed for it, guess I'll find out for sure once I get around to installing it.

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Re: Brake Upgrade Options for 15" Wheels
I haven't measured, but I'm pretty sure the discs are 11" in diameter.
You can certainly mount the 4th gen rear discs on a thirdgen axle. Member ebmiller makes the mounting plates and has a very thorough thread on here detailing the swap.
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