Anybody tried these brakes?

[02 WS6 TA]

They look like the same garbage that we have on the '01... Noisy as phuch- Eradispeeds, they ain't.

 

[shawngtp]

Chevy Impala 1999 2000 2001 Brake Rotors Pads and F&R: eBay Motors (item 390253957555 end time Nov-18-10 09:53:09 PST)

Is this the same kit you posted shawn? The one you posted expired....ill be ordering a set on friday...payday lol.

Yes it is the same. Just make sure you get the caliper brkts form a monte for the 12 inch upgrade. I know you will be happy with the results.

 

[shawngtp]

They look like the same garbage that we have on the '01... Noisy as phuch- Eradispeeds, they ain't.

I dont hear any differance between stock and these. I like them. Do you ever have anything nice to say???:th_shakinghead2:

 

[02 WS6 TA]

Well, since I have a set of blanks on the '02, and these goofy slotted and drilled things on the '01, and drive them both, I'd say my statement is valid. He asked for opinions, and I stated my experience. I would also venture to say I've forgotten more about any platform of automobile than you and 50 of your closest friends have so much as read.

On a more positive note, you made a wonderful decision not to gay up your car with those awful wheels. There, happy now?

 

[PurpleGuy]

Yes it is the same. Just make sure you get the caliper brkts form a monte for the 12 inch upgrade. I know you will be happy with the results.

I found a pair from Morad. :th_nanana:

 

[matt5112]

Drilled rotors make more noise period.

 

[PurpleGuy]

Going back on this...how much would i benefit from doing the fbody 2 piston brake setup? Also what pads/rotors would i need for that...also any other little odds and ends i might need. Thanks guys.

 

[matt5112]

I'd do C5 or C6 brakes IMO.

Smaller pistons result in better brake feel and because of the larger pad area help offset the ever increasing front brake bias.

You'd need the 98-02 Camaro front rotors (GM '12' inch rotors).

Drilled and tapped caliper brackets or sleeves IIRC.

Other option is 06+ Malibu/Impala front calipers.

They're two pot, larger pad and bolt right up.

 

[PurpleGuy]

Are the ones on the malibu the same ones that are on the g6's?

 

[matt5112]

apparently no malbu.... just impala, monte, lucerne.

 

[PurpleGuy]

How expensive and difficult are the c5 or c6 brakes...and are you talking z06 or non z06...im not sure if the z06 even has better brakes lol.

 

[matt5112]

Just base vette brakes.

Same as F body's

 

[dagger]

Used one of these kits (not this exact one) on my parents 03 1500 and they fit great and work amazingly. Braking is unbelievable with these now. I feel no fade or anything ever when I drive the truck.

 

[PurpleGuy]

Just base vette brakes.

Same as F body's

Are the Z06 brakes any better?

 

[matt5112]

C5's are enough... if you want better brakes look into a full front and rear GXP setup.

 

[PurpleGuy]

Do the GXP brakes bolt rigt up?
And wtf is "pretend egr"

 

[matt5112]

Its there but not plugged in lol

I'm not sure about the GXP bolting up....

I would think so? You need 17" wheels though.

 

[PurpleGuy]

I want 18" saleen wheels so im good there. I'll do some searching to see if GXP brakes will bolt up but they're expensive lol.

 

[matt5112]

curved vein rotors dont come cheap lol

 

[blueguy]

Also, I'm pretty sure C6 brakes are mongo big...and need a big wheel to clear them. After the C5, GM changed the 'Vette to have better than Camaro brakes...especially the Z06. If I had unlimited funds to throw at this thing...I'd get some CTS-V brakes from 04-06.