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Old 08-15-2003, 09:55 PM
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Default Progress report: C5 brake upgrade

Not too much to tell. Been pretty busy lately, but I managed to finish one of the caliper brackets. Yup that means there is one C5 rotor and caliper bolted to the car as I type this. :party:

This weekend I will take it back apart and make the other side. Then on to the rear.

Pictures to come next week.
Old 08-15-2003, 11:25 PM
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Sounds good. Keep us informed!
Old 08-15-2003, 11:38 PM
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Do they make conversion kits for this or are you winging it? I'm just curious.
Old 08-16-2003, 05:46 AM
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Old 08-16-2003, 06:18 AM
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:rofl: :lolg: :lol: Like TT, I'm waiting to see the pics!!! Clad you are making progress! :party:
Old 08-16-2003, 09:01 AM
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Glad to hear of the progress. This is gonna be one of those upgrades that should grow in popularity.
Old 08-16-2003, 11:16 PM
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:rofl: Pics and maybe a tech article to submit would be perfect.
Old 08-17-2003, 01:18 AM
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Default Re: Progress report: C5 brake upgrade (Twin_Turbo)

That is harsh, twin turbo.

There is no kit available. The rotors will mount with minor modifications and the calipers need custom brackets wich I am currently making. When I am finished, I intend to submit a tech article and make sure it ends up on corvettefaq.com.
Old 08-17-2003, 01:37 AM
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Old 08-17-2003, 06:06 AM
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Sorry man but I've been waiting ages for a good time to use that smiley :) :D Really looking forward to the pics

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