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truth411 · 11-21-2008, 05:36 PM

The stock brakes are can take pretty much what you can throw at it, by my understanding. If you want to improve your braking distance then get some grippyer tires. Michellin pilot sport ps2 tires for an example.

LSxJunkie · 11-21-2008, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogue Leader

Based on the GS Race car concept I would believe 18 inch wheels may fit as well. That race car has 18 inch wheels, and unless they made the brakes smaller than stock (possible but not likely), they "should" fit.

They did.

Rear brake close up.

1-2 piston sliding caliper. (Looks like 1)

Front brake close up

4 Piston Monoblock Brembo.

gunslinger · 11-22-2008, 12:11 AM

Even though the stock brakes may work in 99% of the time, I also like brakes that I know can handle whatever I throw at them.

But bigger brakes usually add unsprung weight, which affects handling and ride...

That is the advantage of the Carbon Ceramic brakes like from the ZR1, you can upgrade to 15+ inch rotors and actually lose unsprung weight and a braking system that will likely never fade in performance not matter the race conditions.

*TAG UR IT* · 11-22-2008, 02:16 AM

If someone wants to spend a bunch on a brake upgrade, have at it! And, there's nothing wrong with looking at any and all upgrades for this new Camaro. I'd love to see all sorts of ideas thrown out there for ALL enthusiasts to enjoy and contemplate.

05Z33 · 11-22-2008, 08:59 AM

I'm sure the stock Brembo will do a fine job. If you really need an upgrade then I would look into a two piece slotted rotors, better pads, steal braided lines, and braking fluid.

2010_5thgen · 12-15-2008, 07:19 PM

i love the 6 piston brake kit on the zr1 and the cts v. i think i would add it to my upgrade list.

11-22-2008, 12:11 AM	#17
gunslinger Drives: 1998 Z28 M6 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 254	Even though the stock brakes may work in 99% of the time, I also like brakes that I know can handle whatever I throw at them. But bigger brakes usually add unsprung weight, which affects handling and ride... That is the advantage of the Carbon Ceramic brakes like from the ZR1, you can upgrade to 15+ inch rotors and actually lose unsprung weight and a braking system that will likely never fade in performance not matter the race conditions. __________________ GTR: Get Transmission Replaced

12-15-2008, 07:19 PM	#20
2010_5thgen Drives: 2012 Porsche Panamera 4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,275 View My Garage	i love the 6 piston brake kit on the zr1 and the cts v. i think i would add it to my upgrade list. __________________ Brixton Forged CM10 Wheels IN STOCK!!! RF7 SOON!!!! Camaro/M3/M4 wheels in stock High Gloss Titanium

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11-21-2008, 05:36 PM	#15
truth411 Drives: police interceptor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Austin, tx Posts: 1,292	The stock brakes are can take pretty much what you can throw at it, by my understanding. If you want to improve your braking distance then get some grippyer tires. Michellin pilot sport ps2 tires for an example.

11-22-2008, 02:16 AM	#18
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	If someone wants to spend a bunch on a brake upgrade, have at it! And, there's nothing wrong with looking at any and all upgrades for this new Camaro. I'd love to see all sorts of ideas thrown out there for ALL enthusiasts to enjoy and contemplate.

11-22-2008, 08:59 AM	#19
05Z33 Drives: 350Z Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 10	I'm sure the stock Brembo will do a fine job. If you really need an upgrade then I would look into a two piece slotted rotors, better pads, steal braided lines, and braking fluid.