Brake Upgrade for 2011 LS v6 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

wsmith · 04-24-2017, 02:31 AM

I was wondering if someone has any suggestions for a brake upgrade over a stock 2011 LS v6 system. I want some cool looking GREEN painted (why does it seem like nobody makes a synergy-type green caliper?) superior brakes for my car but the only things I can find cost $2,000-3,000 just for front or rear. Is there anything that's better than stock that doesn't cost me $5,000-6,000 for all four wheels?

Also, if I upgrade, do I need new brake lines, fluid, master cylinder? And if so, how easy is all of this to install myself?

sspade · 04-24-2017, 08:33 PM

Not sure if you are dead set on GREEN but for the record... I picked up a set of Brembo's powder coated red calipers from a 2014 SS 1LE for $400 shipped to my door. Came with used rotors, pads, lines (~30k). Expecting to get through the summer with them and then reevaluate. I'm having them installed tomorrow (believe it or not) by the dealer in Lynchburg, Virginia (Pinkerton). I also bought a master cylinder for $60 from a SS and get $15 back (core charge) at a local salvage yard.

These are a direct bolt on replacement to the V6 and require no modification. I believe the rears do require minor modification of the dust shield but I'm only doing fronts at this point. We will see how much the dealer will end up charging me for install but I believe the quoted around $300. I know this is not a super challenging process to swap the brakes and many members have done it themselves but I currently live in a loft and don't feel like tackling this project in the parking garage.

I would give up the GREEN DREAM and find a set of used Brembo's in the classified section on here if you're not trying to spend big money. You can always have them powder coated afterwards if that's what you wanted to do.

seanjhon · 04-24-2017, 11:58 PM

Yes I agree with the poster above. Get you some brembos from a seller here, then if you want them your color, ship them off to the powder coater guy on the forum. You can check if he is still on here. He can paint them what you want. You send him yours and he sends you a pair, rebuilt and powder coated your color.

Or you can get a paint system like G2 and they can send you your paint color I believe and you can paint them yourself.

You have options if you have any questions feel free to PM me. I actually upgraded to the brembo system and used the G2 paint and painted mine red. I also got some high heat decals (CHEVROLET and BREMBO) and put them on.

Good luck

sspade · 04-25-2017, 06:30 PM

For the record... just picked my car up from dealer. 330$ total including fluid.

HUGE difference in braking and pedal feel. Even with half worn used breaks. Super happy with this upgrade!

Silent... · 04-25-2017, 06:48 PM

I just did an upgrade on the fronts - Cadillac ATS Brembo fronts and rotors, plus rear rotors. Hard to be the price for new parts. It's all shown here. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=492499

Santos · 04-26-2017, 12:17 AM

I have a set of 4 Brembo ss calipers boxed up ready to ship they will need new pads but they are great condition

wsmith · 04-26-2017, 03:02 AM

Will SS rotors fit on the axle? Assuming I have 20" wheels of course.

Also, do I need new brake lines and a new master cylinder or can I reuse them?

sspade · 04-26-2017, 08:32 AM

Did you read what I wrote above?!

DIRECT BOLT ON REPLACEMENT.

Rears will require the dust shield to be trimmed. Thats it. Fronts require no modification whatsoever. Master cylinder is not required but recommended. Pick one up from salvage yard for fifty bucks. You will need SS lines but they should be included with calipers.

Santos · 04-26-2017, 12:53 PM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=490960 , for 700 I can have them powdercoated synergy green or any color thats a few hundred less than some others offer PM me if interested

wsmith · 04-26-2017, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Santos

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=490960 , for 700 I can have them powdercoated synergy green or any color thats a few hundred less than some others offer PM me if interested

PM sent.

wsmith · 04-26-2017, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sspade

Did you read what I wrote above?!

DIRECT BOLT ON REPLACEMENT.

Rears will require the dust shield to be trimmed. Thats it. Fronts require no modification whatsoever. Master cylinder is not required but recommended. Pick one up from salvage yard for fifty bucks. You will need SS lines but they should be included with calipers.

Oops, sorry about that. I really appreciate the advice; thank you!

Avenging Orange · 04-26-2017, 10:40 PM

Or......you can simply paint them the color you want. I did mine with a rattle can 3yrs ago....still looks new. Get you some new Brembo decals on Ebay.
But yes, the Brembo upgrade is probably the cheapest/easiest route.

ScottinKC · 04-26-2017, 11:26 PM

I just swapped out my Brembo's for a different set painted red. If you want the Brembo calipers I took off I would sell them for $400 shipped.

OlePhu · 07-05-2017, 07:36 PM

so, would these work on a 2013 Camaro LFX with 18" wheels. I just got some 18" aluminum wheels off a 2015 or would they need to be 20" rims to work?

04-24-2017, 02:31 AM	#1
wsmith Drives: 2011 LS Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Black Diamond, WA Posts: 61	Brake Upgrade for 2011 LS v6 I was wondering if someone has any suggestions for a brake upgrade over a stock 2011 LS v6 system. I want some cool looking GREEN painted (why does it seem like nobody makes a synergy-type green caliper?) superior brakes for my car but the only things I can find cost $2,000-3,000 just for front or rear. Is there anything that's better than stock that doesn't cost me $5,000-6,000 for all four wheels? Also, if I upgrade, do I need new brake lines, fluid, master cylinder? And if so, how easy is all of this to install myself? __________________ MRT V 1.0, Injen intake, ICE-olator, JVC Stereo, Alpine speakers, 600-w Amp, 10" Subs

04-24-2017, 08:33 PM	#2
sspade Drives: 2015 Camaro LFX A6 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 675	Not sure if you are dead set on GREEN but for the record... I picked up a set of Brembo's powder coated red calipers from a 2014 SS 1LE for $400 shipped to my door. Came with used rotors, pads, lines (~30k). Expecting to get through the summer with them and then reevaluate. I'm having them installed tomorrow (believe it or not) by the dealer in Lynchburg, Virginia (Pinkerton). I also bought a master cylinder for $60 from a SS and get $15 back (core charge) at a local salvage yard. These are a direct bolt on replacement to the V6 and require no modification. I believe the rears do require minor modification of the dust shield but I'm only doing fronts at this point. We will see how much the dealer will end up charging me for install but I believe the quoted around $300. I know this is not a super challenging process to swap the brakes and many members have done it themselves but I currently live in a loft and don't feel like tackling this project in the parking garage. I would give up the GREEN DREAM and find a set of used Brembo's in the classified section on here if you're not trying to spend big money. You can always have them powder coated afterwards if that's what you wanted to do. __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI : Apex Air Scoop / WW Relocate Kit : JacFab Intake Manifold Spacer : Overkill 80mm Throttle Body : Overkill Tuned : MagnaFlow Cat-Back Exhaust : Elite Engineering Catch Can : ZL1 Strut Tower Brace : Custom Tunnel Brace : JPSS Caster Locks : JPSS 32mm Rear Sway Bar : JPSS Billet Radius Arm Bushings : Pegasus Solid Sub Frame Bushings : 1LE Brembo Conversion : B&M 70273 Trans Cooler

04-25-2017, 06:30 PM	#4
sspade Drives: 2015 Camaro LFX A6 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 675	For the record... just picked my car up from dealer. 330$ total including fluid. HUGE difference in braking and pedal feel. Even with half worn used breaks. Super happy with this upgrade! __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI : Apex Air Scoop / WW Relocate Kit : JacFab Intake Manifold Spacer : Overkill 80mm Throttle Body : Overkill Tuned : MagnaFlow Cat-Back Exhaust : Elite Engineering Catch Can : ZL1 Strut Tower Brace : Custom Tunnel Brace : JPSS Caster Locks : JPSS 32mm Rear Sway Bar : JPSS Billet Radius Arm Bushings : Pegasus Solid Sub Frame Bushings : 1LE Brembo Conversion : B&M 70273 Trans Cooler

04-25-2017, 06:48 PM	#5
Silent... Drives: 2012 2LT RS White Born: 11/10/11 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 313	I just did an upgrade on the fronts - Cadillac ATS Brembo fronts and rotors, plus rear rotors. Hard to be the price for new parts. It's all shown here. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=492499 __________________ Grey Hockey Stripes; Heritage Grill; GM GFX - Unpainted Argent Gray; GM Dovetail Spoiler; Rivercity Creations custom painted rear bowtie, RS & Taillight Bezels; MRR M017 Graphite Wheels; Nitto NT555 G2; ACS 4Teen Heat Extractor RX Catch Can;CAI; MF Exhaust; VMAX CNC Spiral Ported TB; Overkill Stage 1 Supercharger System; Hotchkis Comp Sway Bar Set w/ End Links, Cadillac CTSV 4 Piston Brembos on all corners with SS Black Hat Rotors Youtube Channel - HPDE Driving Videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpO...8aw6hgX3O1Uh7A

04-26-2017, 12:17 AM	#6
Santos Santos Drives: 1SS Blk 6M ECS 1500 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia Posts: 606 View My Garage	I have a set of 4 Brembo ss calipers boxed up ready to ship they will need new pads but they are great condition __________________

04-24-2017, 11:58 PM	#3
seanjhon Drives: 2013 camaro Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 607	Yes I agree with the poster above. Get you some brembos from a seller here, then if you want them your color, ship them off to the powder coater guy on the forum. You can check if he is still on here. He can paint them what you want. You send him yours and he sends you a pair, rebuilt and powder coated your color. Or you can get a paint system like G2 and they can send you your paint color I believe and you can paint them yourself. You have options if you have any questions feel free to PM me. I actually upgraded to the brembo system and used the G2 paint and painted mine red. I also got some high heat decals (CHEVROLET and BREMBO) and put them on. Good luck

04-26-2017, 03:02 AM	#7
wsmith Drives: 2011 LS Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Black Diamond, WA Posts: 61	Will SS rotors fit on the axle? Assuming I have 20" wheels of course. Also, do I need new brake lines and a new master cylinder or can I reuse them? __________________ MRT V 1.0, Injen intake, ICE-olator, JVC Stereo, Alpine speakers, 600-w Amp, 10" Subs

04-26-2017, 08:32 AM	#8
sspade Drives: 2015 Camaro LFX A6 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 675	Did you read what I wrote above?! DIRECT BOLT ON REPLACEMENT. Rears will require the dust shield to be trimmed. Thats it. Fronts require no modification whatsoever. Master cylinder is not required but recommended. Pick one up from salvage yard for fifty bucks. You will need SS lines but they should be included with calipers. __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI : Apex Air Scoop / WW Relocate Kit : JacFab Intake Manifold Spacer : Overkill 80mm Throttle Body : Overkill Tuned : MagnaFlow Cat-Back Exhaust : Elite Engineering Catch Can : ZL1 Strut Tower Brace : Custom Tunnel Brace : JPSS Caster Locks : JPSS 32mm Rear Sway Bar : JPSS Billet Radius Arm Bushings : Pegasus Solid Sub Frame Bushings : 1LE Brembo Conversion : B&M 70273 Trans Cooler

04-26-2017, 12:53 PM	#9
Santos Santos Drives: 1SS Blk 6M ECS 1500 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia Posts: 606 View My Garage	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=490960 , for 700 I can have them powdercoated synergy green or any color thats a few hundred less than some others offer PM me if interested __________________

04-26-2017, 10:40 PM	#12
Avenging Orange Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clermont, IN Posts: 3,297	Or......you can simply paint them the color you want. I did mine with a rattle can 3yrs ago....still looks new. Get you some new Brembo decals on Ebay. But yes, the Brembo upgrade is probably the cheapest/easiest route. __________________ 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS M6 Black Leather, Sun Roof, OBX Headers, Borla touring axle back, Cold Air Inductions CAI , non synthetic fluids, BMR total bushing upgrade/1" lowering springs, DSE 32mm rear sway bar. GM fe4 shocks/struts/LCA's, AAM 3.91 diff, Vertini RFS1.8 20x9 +30. Conti ExtremeContact Sport 275/35/20. sjm autoprod ABL dash kit. Mike Norris tuned 413/419. Avenging Orange: 43 years of not buying into the Hype........and damn proud of it!! https://youtu.be/9JD9it6SmB8 https://youtu.be/xmelTlEzI34 KICKING CANCERS ASS SINCE 2015!!

04-26-2017, 11:26 PM	#13
ScottinKC Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Liberty, MO Posts: 49 View My Garage	Brembo I just swapped out my Brembo's for a different set painted red. If you want the Brembo calipers I took off I would sell them for $400 shipped.

07-05-2017, 07:36 PM	#14
OlePhu Oldskool Drives: 2013 Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Treasure Coast FL Posts: 166 View My Garage	so, would these work on a 2013 Camaro LFX with 18" wheels. I just got some 18" aluminum wheels off a 2015 or would they need to be 20" rims to work? __________________