HOW-TO Install Corvette brakes on a 99+ GA - Page 8

drumking1721 · 03-08-2007, 10:51 AM

I dont believe so,the guys who have done it so far didnt change anything on it to my knowledge

drumking1721 · 03-08-2007, 10:52 AM

post pics

sjones419 · 03-08-2007, 02:34 PM

since you are using fbody caliper brackets, cant you upgrde to a larger caliper if the upgrade is already offered for the fbody?

sjones419 · 03-08-2007, 02:38 PM

for instance--- http://www.pfyc.com/pc/FB4013/CMSUSP...rebird+TA.html cant you use this kit with the exception of the rotors?

Sprucegagt · 03-08-2007, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ImpetuousRacer

Stock Master Cyclinder has no problem with this setup?

Stock master cylinder has no problems at all. My pedal is still very firm, yet if you stab the brake pedal, your going out the windshield. Stock brakes just don't hold a candle to this setup.

Mendoza · 03-08-2007, 08:24 PM

No problems at all.

NorKoastal · 03-08-2007, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sprucegagt

Stock master cylinder has no problems at all. My pedal is still very firm, yet if you stab the brake pedal, your going out the windshield. Stock brakes just don't hold a candle to this setup.

If GA's only came stock with these bad boys...
I wonder what our specs are now with this upgrade.. ??

Vince · 03-12-2007, 10:16 PM

I did this upgrade about a week ago......but i used the Camaro calipers instead of the Corvette...............I posted pics and prices on Gaownersclub under the suspension section if you wanna see......but its basically the same as the Corvette set-up. Heres a pic of mine

Mendoza · 03-13-2007, 08:27 AM

Uh did you paint the rotor? You may want to take your brake pads out and clean them after you drive it. It may cause pad glazing. If there not then disregard my post.

Vince · 03-13-2007, 11:06 AM

The rotors are not painted...........there EBC slotted/dimpled rotors that come coated that way, but once you use them...........the black in the pad area comes off. Heres a pic after a day driving it.

Mendoza · 03-14-2007, 07:09 AM

Looks hot welcome to the club.

boost21 · 04-02-2007, 02:21 PM

So a few questions. I have everything but the rotors right now....
I am ordering some R1 concepts and they want specific details on the rotors i want. i understand i need " 00-05 Impala rotors (front)" but what specifics do i tell them or if anyone has ordered them what did you say.

also i know people have verified the rims fitting but has anyone verified the chrometcks or will i need to swap them during winter?

thanks
Boost

El_Diablo · 04-02-2007, 11:13 PM

the calipers listed at PYFC above will not work without larger rotors aswell as they get spaced out for the new rotors

im trying to get measurements on a corvette master cylinder and a few others currently to see if there would be any benifit, the larger calipers should actually use a larger MC but we'll see what i can come up with i guess....

anyone know of anyplace that sells two peice w-body rotors? trying to decrease weight as much as possible...

dont forget that the fluid is one of the most important things here guys, a good fluid can greatly increase pedal feel and response

still looking for those $100 calipers... who the hell had those?

Mendoza · 04-02-2007, 11:14 PM

I would just say 00-05 impala front rotors. OEM wheels with this brake upgrade is not a great idea. It may fit but it would be to close for my comfort.

caraudiodave · 04-30-2007, 08:56 AM

the $100 calipers are from auto zone.

and dont forget that fbody fromt rotors will work as well, so the baer two piece rotors should work.

I was also thinking about the adaptors that allow us camaro peeps to go with the 13" rotors, and as long as you guys can find 13" rotors and you have room, it should work. anyone wanna be the ginnea pig? i would if i still had my GA.

caraudiodave · 04-30-2007, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich

you can definitely tell this car was from california. the underside of my car looks nothing like that.

gotta love our cali weather.

nate2023 · 05-12-2007, 08:21 PM

Will the Z06 caliper mod fit on my '99 GAGT stock 16's (not crome, 5-spoke)?

Rich · 05-12-2007, 09:17 PM

^its not looking like it. you could get the 16" GP rims, but it would just be better to spend the money on aftermarket ones.

2003SCT · 05-12-2007, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vince

The rotors are not painted...........there EBC slotted/dimpled rotors that come coated that way, but once you use them...........the black in the pad area comes off. Heres a pic after a day driving it.

So how is the braking performance so far?

CHRIS

boost21 · 05-12-2007, 10:52 PM

whabam!

03-08-2007, 10:51 AM	#141
drumking1721 you want it AKA: Paul Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Age: 35 Posts: 1,591 Vehicle: 2000 Grand am GT Coupe	I dont believe so,the guys who have done it so far didnt change anything on it to my knowledge __________________ -Paul

03-08-2007, 10:52 AM	#142
drumking1721 you want it AKA: Paul Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Age: 35 Posts: 1,591 Vehicle: 2000 Grand am GT Coupe	post pics __________________ -Paul

03-08-2007, 02:34 PM	#143
sjones419 ----S7---- AKA: Steve Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toledo, Oh Age: 36 Posts: 385 Vehicle: 2003 Grand AM GT Sedan	since you are using fbody caliper brackets, cant you upgrde to a larger caliper if the upgrade is already offered for the fbody? __________________ MSD 8.5mm Wires, NGK Plugs. CAI, RSM 62MM TB, KYB AGX, H&R Springs, SpeedBuilt STB's, Enkei 0r52 18x8.5 Silver, 235/40/18 Nexen N7000's, SpeedBuilt Sway Bars, 245/40/18 Falken RT615 Azenis in the mail....

03-08-2007, 02:38 PM	#144
sjones419 ----S7---- AKA: Steve Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toledo, Oh Age: 36 Posts: 385 Vehicle: 2003 Grand AM GT Sedan	for instance--- http://www.pfyc.com/pc/FB4013/CMSUSP...rebird+TA.html cant you use this kit with the exception of the rotors? __________________ MSD 8.5mm Wires, NGK Plugs. CAI, RSM 62MM TB, KYB AGX, H&R Springs, SpeedBuilt STB's, Enkei 0r52 18x8.5 Silver, 235/40/18 Nexen N7000's, SpeedBuilt Sway Bars, 245/40/18 Falken RT615 Azenis in the mail....

03-08-2007, 08:24 PM	#146
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	No problems at all. __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

03-12-2007, 10:16 PM	#148
Vince GAGT - Member AKA: GAGT2 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Tx. Posts: 111 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT	I did this upgrade about a week ago......but i used the Camaro calipers instead of the Corvette...............I posted pics and prices on Gaownersclub under the suspension section if you wanna see......but its basically the same as the Corvette set-up. Heres a pic of mine Attached Thumbnails

03-13-2007, 08:27 AM	#149
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	Uh did you paint the rotor? You may want to take your brake pads out and clean them after you drive it. It may cause pad glazing. If there not then disregard my post. __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

03-13-2007, 11:06 AM	#150
Vince GAGT - Member AKA: GAGT2 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Tx. Posts: 111 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT	The rotors are not painted...........there EBC slotted/dimpled rotors that come coated that way, but once you use them...........the black in the pad area comes off. Heres a pic after a day driving it. Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Vince; 03-13-2007 at 11:10 AM.

03-14-2007, 07:09 AM	#151
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	Looks hot welcome to the club. __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

04-02-2007, 02:21 PM	#152
boost21 GAGT - Senior Member AKA: -_- Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,766 Vehicle: turbo ls1	So a few questions. I have everything but the rotors right now.... I am ordering some R1 concepts and they want specific details on the rotors i want. i understand i need " 00-05 Impala rotors (front)" but what specifics do i tell them or if anyone has ordered them what did you say. also i know people have verified the rims fitting but has anyone verified the chrometcks or will i need to swap them during winter? thanks Boost

04-02-2007, 11:13 PM	#153
El_Diablo Racin the bu'! AKA: John Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Oakmont (Pittsburgh), PA Age: 33 Posts: 325 Vehicle: 1998 Malibu LS	the calipers listed at PYFC above will not work without larger rotors aswell as they get spaced out for the new rotors im trying to get measurements on a corvette master cylinder and a few others currently to see if there would be any benifit, the larger calipers should actually use a larger MC but we'll see what i can come up with i guess.... anyone know of anyplace that sells two peice w-body rotors? trying to decrease weight as much as possible... dont forget that the fluid is one of the most important things here guys, a good fluid can greatly increase pedal feel and response still looking for those $100 calipers... who the hell had those?

04-02-2007, 11:14 PM	#154
Mendoza RK-GT AKA: Javin Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Whitehouse, Ohio Age: 38 Posts: 1,642 Vehicle: 2001	I would just say 00-05 impala front rotors. OEM wheels with this brake upgrade is not a great idea. It may fit but it would be to close for my comfort. __________________ 2001 RK-GT http://community.webshots.com/user/Mendoza1113

04-30-2007, 08:56 AM	#155
caraudiodave Boring old man AKA: Dave Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Wood ranch, ca Age: 41 Posts: 2,172 Vehicle: '13 Camry hybrid	the $100 calipers are from auto zone. and dont forget that fbody fromt rotors will work as well, so the baer two piece rotors should work. I was also thinking about the adaptors that allow us camaro peeps to go with the 13" rotors, and as long as you guys can find 13" rotors and you have room, it should work. anyone wanna be the ginnea pig? i would if i still had my GA. __________________ 2013 Toyota Camry hybrid: Pioneer AVIC-8000NEX, Phoenix Gold ZPA0.3 (300 x 2), Phoenix Gold ZPA0.3 (300 x 2), Phoenix Gold ZPA0.5 (1000 x 1), Dynaudio MD100 (1" tweeters), Dynaudio MW160 (6.5" mids), Eclipse SW8812 (12" aluminum cone subwoofer)

05-12-2007, 08:21 PM	#157
nate2023 GAGT - Moneyless AKA: Nathan Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mars Posts: 175 Vehicle: 1999 Grand AM GT Coupe	Will the Z06 caliper mod fit on my '99 GAGT stock 16's (not crome, 5-spoke)? __________________ Currently Driving: 1999 Grand Am GT Coupe! Mods: CAI, Resonator Delete (Yea, Not Alot) Check it Out: Old Pictures, no Camera, http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2580593

05-12-2007, 09:17 PM	#158
Rich Moderator AKA: Rich Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toledo, OH Age: 36 Posts: 4,513 Vehicle: 2001 2.4 Grand Am	^its not looking like it. you could get the 16" GP rims, but it would just be better to spend the money on aftermarket ones. __________________ "The news isn't so depressing when you're surrounded by bubbles." fquick

05-12-2007, 10:52 PM	#160
boost21 GAGT - Senior Member AKA: -_- Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,766 Vehicle: turbo ls1	whabam!

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