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I got a chance to talk to the GM guys at VIR about converting some of these pieces and here is what I learned. You might want to take some of this with a grain of salt as I did get some slightly differing views (specifically on the brakes) but in the end I put below the info from the folks most knowledgable on the component in question. Note that this is in the context of converting from an '08 Z06.
Brakes:
Along with the calipers and rotors you also will need the different A-arms and of course the bigger wheels and tires. They say that with the bigger wheels and tires you need the different inner fender liners as well or they will rub. I'm sure some folks are already running this wheel/tire config though.
Front splitter:
Should be a direct bolt-on.
Rear spoiler:
I didn't think to ask since I assume it mounts like the full-length Z06 spoiler - but this is just an *assumption* and I should have asked.
Side skirts:
These are actually riveted to the car and the Z06 does not have the holes for the rivets. The rivets also have to go in at an angle so I could see it being a real pain to figure out the correct angle, then drill, then rivet. Also if you jack the car at the puck locations you can't get to some of the places the rivets need to go so you need to lift from the alternate jacking location.
Basically my net form this is that I definitely still want the front splitter and maybe the rear spoiler, but I'm not sure about the rest any more.
The ZR1 (Ferrari Enzo FX) rotors are 15.5-inch-diameter (Z06 14") in the front and 15-inch-diameter (Z06 13.4") in the rear.
The calipers are bigger, as are the new 1 piece pads.
Gene, is there a price on the ZR1 wheels yet? I think for next ear, I will treat myself to set of C6 ZR1 wheels and Carbon Ceramic Brakes for the street - and use a nice Coleman iron rotor/aluminium hat 14" setup for the track.
LOL.. thanks for the info! Very expensive mod! I don't have a price on the wheels yet. I'll keep an eye on it for you.
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I got a chance to talk to the GM guys at VIR about converting some of these pieces and here is what I learned. You might want to take some of this with a grain of salt as I did get some slightly differing views (specifically on the brakes) but in the end I put below the info from the folks most knowledgable on the component in question. Note that this is in the context of converting from an '08 Z06.
Brakes:
Along with the calipers and rotors you also will need the different A-arms and of course the bigger wheels and tires. They say that with the bigger wheels and tires you need the different inner fender liners as well or they will rub. I'm sure some folks are already running this wheel/tire config though.
Front splitter:
Should be a direct bolt-on.
Rear spoiler:
I didn't think to ask since I assume it mounts like the full-length Z06 spoiler - but this is just an *assumption* and I should have asked.
Side skirts:
These are actually riveted to the car and the Z06 does not have the holes for the rivets. The rivets also have to go in at an angle so I could see it being a real pain to figure out the correct angle, then drill, then rivet. Also if you jack the car at the puck locations you can't get to some of the places the rivets need to go so you need to lift from the alternate jacking location.
Basically my net form this is that I definitely still want the front splitter and maybe the rear spoiler, but I'm not sure about the rest any more.
I don't deem the spoiler to be an issue since the ZR1 rear bumper is the same.
Even though the side skirts bolt on one way, I'm sure they can bolt-on another. Many ways to take care of that. I can look at that as well.
As far as the brakes... some people may already have the Z06 or Z06 conversion so the liners and all won't be a problem. The control arms and all could be a possibility though.
The Z06 front bumper is the same as the ZR1 so I didn't see any issues with the splitter either.
Gene would it be possible to do a "Z06" Conversion but swap in the ZR1 front fenders? I don't like the ZR1 wheels, and the side skirts. The brakes while nice are looking to be a ridiculous cost.
I'd assume for Z06 wheels and brakes the inner fender stuff from the Z06 would be fine and it would bolt on to the ZR1 fender (except the side air vent stuff).
Carbon Ceramic Brakes are a $15,000 option on a Porsche. And on the Enzo a brake job runs near $30k. So... in light of all that $7k is a steal for a carbon ceramic upgrade that comes on the Enzo!
Carbon Ceramic Brakes are a $15,000 option on a Porsche. And on the Enzo a brake job runs near $30k. So... in light of all that $7k is a steal for a carbon ceramic upgrade that comes on the Enzo!
This is without a doubt one of the cheapest HBK's (I am coining a new name - Huge Brake Kit) ever to go on sale
Gene would it be possible to do a "Z06" Conversion but swap in the ZR1 front fenders? I don't like the ZR1 wheels, and the side skirts. The brakes while nice are looking to be a ridiculous cost.
I'd assume for Z06 wheels and brakes the inner fender stuff from the Z06 would be fine and it would bolt on to the ZR1 fender (except the side air vent stuff).
Yes, the liners and all are the same. I'm sure we'll be doing variations of this.
1. Front Fenders
2. Rear Quaters
3. Front Bumper & Spliter
4. Rear spoiler
5. Side skirts
6. Possibly the Supercharger(if thats the direction i choose to go)
7. Z06 brake kit
8. 4LT/3LZ/3ZR interior kit(dash, seats, door panels, center console etc) [again if i choose to go factory instead of aftermarket on this]
The ZR1 wheels would be easily availble within 3-4 months, give it time for the members in here to sell them for a set of light weight forged wheels.
1. Front Fenders
2. Rear Quaters
3. Front Bumper & Spliter
4. Rear spoiler
5. Side skirts
6. Possibly the Supercharger(if thats the direction i choose to go)
7. Z06 brake kit
8. 4LT/3LZ/3ZR interior kit(dash, seats, door panels, center console etc) [again if i choose to go factory instead of aftermarket on this]
The ZR1 wheels would be easily availble within 3-4 months, give it time for the members in here to sell them for a set of light weight forged wheels.
I am working on all of these items for everyone.
The 4LT items are available now... very very low quantities. The door panels go for around $1100 each and I believe the dash was $1500. If anyone is interested please contact me!
Interested in the front splitter for sure and the side skirts as long as they can be mounted. Might as well inquire about the availability of the carbon fiber roof also since mine may fly off unexpectedly..........haven't done the recall yet
$6500.00 without the paint, and without the hood. It will be interesting to see just how many go for this.
Let me know when available Gene. Those prices sound very reasonable. It'll go great with the supercharger I'm having installed at this time. Zr1 "looks" with
650+ horsepower , and a top that comes off is gonna be a great combination.
It's also amazing how many Z06 owners are interested as well. I'll bet we don't hear the "poser" comments from some of them ( not many, just a select few on this forum) now that they are interested in utilizing Zr1 parts for their cars.
It's just great that there so many options available to Corvette owners. Makes owning one a blast!
thanks for being on top of this for us all. I am VERY interested in the rear spoiler and rocker panels. I will purchase the front splitter when available, so put me down on your list.
07-03-2008, 12:09 PM
