CTS-V 6 Piston Brake kit from $1185.00 (updated)

[Assassinx1]

Originally Posted by JDP Tyler

We use the Goodridge lines for the ZL1; part # 12227. Let me know if I can answer any questions for you!

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

Hi do you have a part number for an oem type line?

[sycraft]

Go with the goodridge. They work best.

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[mp51998]

Originally Posted by sycraft

Top loading or you assemble and install complete

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Thx. That's what figured. Better to ask and have an idea going in. I'll post pics tomorrow.

[sycraft]

just make sure you have the correct lines, the SS lines are too short... don't skimp now... use Motul RBF600 fluid too

[Assassinx1]

Also wondering wouldn't camaro v6 lines be longer then v8. Don't need to correct me in needing stainless lines I'm just wondering..

[sycraft]

v6 lines will not work either

[Dexman1349]

ZL1 brake lines. (also have the Goodridge stainless from JDP)

[Firefighter]

Originally Posted by Assassinx1

Also wondering wouldn't camaro v6 lines be longer then v8. Don't need to correct me in needing stainless lines I'm just wondering..

I suppose you could use stock ZL1 lines. The SS improve pedal feel and are probably more durable. I have no knowledge of the V6 ones, so I can't comment on that.

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[Dropspeed]

Originally Posted by sycraft

v6 lines will not work either

In picture 4, the brake line shot from top down, the line should not be twisted like that. That line appears to be twisted at least 180 degree end to end. It needs to be reinstalled.

The lines can be curved, but the way it curls in the picture indicates one end has been rotated. If you disconnect one end or the other the line will naturally "untwist" itself. It should be installed with out that tension on it.

Matt

[mp51998]

I dont suppose there is a template for trimming the dust shield is there? Looks like a small amount from the top and more on the bottom.

[Dexman1349]

I don't think so.

[sycraft]

Originally Posted by Dropspeed

In picture 4, the brake line shot from top down, the line should not be twisted like that. That line appears to be twisted at least 180 degree end to end. It needs to be reinstalled.

The lines can be curved, but the way it curls in the picture indicates one end has been rotated. If you disconnect one end or the other the line will naturally "untwist" itself. It should be installed with out that tension on it.

Matt

there actually was no twist, but that was a trial fit and once put on properly laid down correctly, just did not have any good shots of properly installed.

[Dropspeed]

Originally Posted by sycraft

there actually was no twist, but that was a trial fit and once put on properly laid down correctly, just did not have any good shots of properly installed.

Gotcha! Unfortunately I have seen them "twisted" during install. May not cause an issue, but when it come to brakes or a unnecessary strain on a line I don't like to take any chances.

[X25]

Originally Posted by Dropspeed

Gotcha! Unfortunately I have seen them "twisted" during install. May not cause an issue, but when it come to brakes or a unnecessary strain on a line I don't like to take any chances.

It is actually very important to have an unstressed layout, and not everyone gives attention to it. We should keep in mind that the hose will be moving around all the time along with the suspension, and any such tension will be compounded by the tension created by such movements.

We know SS-braided lines are better at not bubbling up with high heat. That said, I've never seen OEM rubber lines fail, but I've seen more than one SS line fail on cars (one of which, my C5 Z06). These lines are more fragile to external hits like a rock hitting them, which might break their protective coat, and worse, cause it to break. We cannot avoid the line from getting hit by a rock, but we can at least make sure it is not under unnecessary tension, and that it does not rub anywhere during suspension movements.