2020 - Best Brake Upgrade - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

California · 07-18-2020, 09:11 PM

Hey Guys,

I read a lot about brake upgrade kits for the Camaro SS. I Have a 2011 Convertible Automatic running 20" Z28 spec wheels with a Tune, Headers, Cat Delete, CAI, Catback, Throttle body, Sway Bars, Poly Bushings, Strut Brace etc.

I am considering either the Genuine ZL1 Front & Rear Upgrade package (a little steep) or the CTS-V Upgrade Kit (Who all offers this currently??)

I would prefer to stick with OEM/Brembo options as I dont wan't to experiment with anything non OEM with brakes!

olblue75 · 07-18-2020, 10:11 PM

Look into the C7 Corvette Z06/Grand Sport caliper they are cheaper than the ZL1 and also come with vented pistons. Now rotors will be a issue unless you can source a set of somebodies junk rotors and use a set of KNS/DBA rotors for the Z06/GS. Or find a set of OEM ZL1’s about 300’ish per rotor. Also there’s a set of Brembo rotors for less than 175.

Caliper;
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...b,caliper,1704

Rotor;
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...hub,rotor,1896

102SS · 07-23-2020, 08:30 AM

You can get 6 piston CTSV2 calipers for under $300.00 each from Auto Zone 249.00 plus 47.00 core charge

You also get your choice of 3 colors Silver Yellow or Red

Rotors are about 75 bucks each

You do not need rear brakes as your 4 piston rears are the same as a ZL1s

olblue75 · 07-23-2020, 10:17 AM

I didn’t know that AutoZone had the CTS-V caliper good info there!!

California · 05-16-2024, 06:15 AM

Hi All,

Can anyone guide where is the best place to buy a full brake upgrade kit as of 2024?

I am looking for Z06 upgrade.

Thanks,

07-18-2020, 09:11 PM	#1
California Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: California Posts: 24	2020 - Best Brake Upgrade Hey Guys, I read a lot about brake upgrade kits for the Camaro SS. I Have a 2011 Convertible Automatic running 20" Z28 spec wheels with a Tune, Headers, Cat Delete, CAI, Catback, Throttle body, Sway Bars, Poly Bushings, Strut Brace etc. I am considering either the Genuine ZL1 Front & Rear Upgrade package (a little steep) or the CTS-V Upgrade Kit (Who all offers this currently??) I would prefer to stick with OEM/Brembo options as I dont wan't to experiment with anything non OEM with brakes!

07-18-2020, 10:11 PM	#2
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,070	Look into the C7 Corvette Z06/Grand Sport caliper they are cheaper than the ZL1 and also come with vented pistons. Now rotors will be a issue unless you can source a set of somebodies junk rotors and use a set of KNS/DBA rotors for the Z06/GS. Or find a set of OEM ZL1’s about 300’ish per rotor. Also there’s a set of Brembo rotors for less than 175. Caliper; https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...b,caliper,1704 Rotor; https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...hub,rotor,1896 __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.

07-23-2020, 08:30 AM	#3
102SS waiting at the tree Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 3,261	You can get 6 piston CTSV2 calipers for under $300.00 each from Auto Zone 249.00 plus 47.00 core charge You also get your choice of 3 colors Silver Yellow or Red Rotors are about 75 bucks each You do not need rear brakes as your 4 piston rears are the same as a ZL1s __________________ 2010 2SS/RS A6 ZL1 Rims 60ft 2.03 13.08 at 107.82 (4/28) 2009 Pontiac G8 3.6L the DD

07-23-2020, 10:17 AM	#4
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,070	I didn’t know that AutoZone had the CTS-V caliper good info there!! __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.

05-16-2024, 06:15 AM	#5
California Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: California Posts: 24	Hi All, Can anyone guide where is the best place to buy a full brake upgrade kit as of 2024? I am looking for Z06 upgrade. Thanks,