Will Wilwood front six piston Narrowlites Fit Behind A Molds? - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

GOLDCYLON · 11-07-2017

Yes they will. I found out the hard way...

A few weeks ago a Ford Pickup truck towing a BMW decided to join me in my lane. In an effort to save my daily drive I curbed my front FIKSE FM-5 Hard as I was in the slow lane with no real estate but a sidewalk and curb.

As I rapidly ran out of air the truck continued to pull away without stopping. End result was Front wheel curbed hard and front tire destroyed...rear wheel slightly curbed. No further damage to the car.

So I had to mount up a 9.5 factory A mold and now I can inform the ZR-1 Community that a 6 Piston front Narrowlites will fit behind the factory sawblades AND the 94-96 A Molds.

Luckily I had a replacement rear on hand. I have ordered 2 outer rim barrels and I am having a front FIKSE FM5 made. Meanwhile the 91 is sporting 3 FIKSE FM-5s and a Sexy Collector edition rear A-mold up front.

LAG time is 8-10 weeks from FIKSE. Now made in Canada EH. Yikes.

Could have been way worse but Pissed as the knucklehead that caused the accident simply continued about his way without stopping. I am seriously considering a dash cam. The noise on impact was a sickening sound.

GC

secondchance · 11-07-2017

Sorry to hear of the mishap...
However, I am glad the damage was minimal and can relatively easily addressed.

I knew that OEM A-mold would fit (with 13" rotors) because me and Jim V. test fitted A-mold when I was converting to Wilwood brakes on my car.

GOLDCYLON · 11-07-2017

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Originally Posted by secondchance

Sorry to hear of the mishap...
However, I am glad the damage was minimal and can relatively easily addressed.

I knew that OEM A-mold would fit (with 13" rotors) because me and Jim V. test fitted A-mold when I was converting to Wilwood brakes on my car.

It was a question Years ago in the Community. Nobody knew the answer and until about 3 days ago I did not have a front amold on hand to test if it fit. However you are correct they will fit behind a sawblade and a Amold

Dynomite · 11-07-2017

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Originally Posted by GOLDCYLON

It was a question Years ago in the Community. Nobody knew the answer and until about 3 days ago I did not have a front amold on hand to test if it fit. However you are correct they will fit behind a sawblade and a Amold

Bummer on the accident

At least there was no body damage (ZR-1 or you)

Stock Sawblades will not fit Wilwood/C5 Z06 Brake Conversion to add to your Technical Information

Wilwood C5 Z06 Brake Conversion with Sawblades

Oh....ya.....but you already have prolly done this.....(check front end alignment)....

What was your front tire air pressure before you hit the curb?

Paul Workman · 11-07-2017

Dayam! Sorry 'bout the wheel, Daryl. BUT! Take it from me, it coulda been a lot worse! (I think I hold the dubious "honor" of having the most air in my Z, and still living (and driving) to tell about it!

)

GOLDCYLON · 11-07-2017

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Originally Posted by Dynomite

Bummer on the accident

At least there was no body damage (ZR-1 or you)

Stock Sawblades will not fit Wilwood/C5 Z06 Brake Conversion to add to your Technical Information

Wilwood C5 Z06 Brake Conversion with Sawblades

Oh....ya.....but you already have prolly done this.....(check front end alignment)....

What was your front tire air pressure before you hit the curb?

45 Pounds all around. I like a tight ride. ZO6 no it wont. Standard C5/C6 it will. Yep once it get in (The new Wheel) 4 wheel alignment again

GOLDCYLON · 11-07-2017

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Originally Posted by Paul Workman

Dayam! Sorry 'bout the wheel, Daryl. BUT! Take it from me, it coulda been a lot worse! (I think I hold the dubious "honor" of having the most air in my Z, and still living (and driving) to tell about it!

)

LOL thanks Paul yeah it could have been worse....

George Maz · 11-07-2017

I'm not sure if these are Narrowlites, they are behind '90 Saladshooters. 1510085024663.jpg 1510085069624.jpg 1510085506973.jpg
...thanks for confirmation on A-molds fitment. I was planning on refinishing a set for this car.

Glad to hear you didn't get injured, nor the car for the most part.

GOLDCYLON · 11-07-2017

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Originally Posted by George Maz

I'm not sure if these are Narrowlites, they are behind '90 Saladshooters. Attachment 6783 Attachment 6784 Attachment 6785
...thanks for confirmation on A-molds fitment. I was planning on refinishing a set for this car.

Glad to hear you didn't get injured, nor the car for the most part.

YEP YEP YEP those appear to be narrowlites if you upgrade the rear just go with the C5/C6 rear kit NON Z06

Thanks yeah I'm over it but I was pretty POed at the time

George Maz · 11-07-2017

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Originally Posted by GOLDCYLON

if you upgrade the rear just go with the C5/C6 rear kit NON Z06

Thanks again. The Wilwood's stop like nothing else, I'd like to do the rears someday.

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GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,155	Will Wilwood front six piston Narrowlites Fit Behind A Molds? Yes they will. I found out the hard way... A few weeks ago a Ford Pickup truck towing a BMW decided to join me in my lane. In an effort to save my daily drive I curbed my front FIKSE FM-5 Hard as I was in the slow lane with no real estate but a sidewalk and curb. As I rapidly ran out of air the truck continued to pull away without stopping. End result was Front wheel curbed hard and front tire destroyed...rear wheel slightly curbed. No further damage to the car. So I had to mount up a 9.5 factory A mold and now I can inform the ZR-1 Community that a 6 Piston front Narrowlites will fit behind the factory sawblades AND the 94-96 A Molds. Luckily I had a replacement rear on hand. I have ordered 2 outer rim barrels and I am having a front FIKSE FM5 made. Meanwhile the 91 is sporting 3 FIKSE FM-5s and a Sexy Collector edition rear A-mold up front. LAG time is 8-10 weeks from FIKSE. Now made in Canada EH. Yikes. Could have been way worse but Pissed as the knucklehead that caused the accident simply continued about his way without stopping. I am seriously considering a dash cam. The noise on impact was a sickening sound. GC __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V Last edited by GOLDCYLON; 11-07-2017 at 12:50 PM.

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secondchance Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 3,721	Re: Will Wilwood front six piston Narrowlites Fit Behind A Molds? Sorry to hear of the mishap... However, I am glad the damage was minimal and can relatively easily addressed. I knew that OEM A-mold would fit (with 13" rotors) because me and Jim V. test fitted A-mold when I was converting to Wilwood brakes on my car. Last edited by secondchance; 11-07-2017 at 01:35 PM.

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Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: Will Wilwood front six piston Narrowlites Fit Behind A Molds? Dayam! Sorry 'bout the wheel, Daryl. BUT! Take it from me, it coulda been a lot worse! (I think I hold the dubious "honor" of having the most air in my Z, and still living (and driving) to tell about it! ) __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry

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George Maz Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 295	Re: Will Wilwood front six piston Narrowlites Fit Behind A Molds? I'm not sure if these are Narrowlites, they are behind '90 Saladshooters. 1510085024663.jpg 1510085069624.jpg 1510085506973.jpg ...thanks for confirmation on A-molds fitment. I was planning on refinishing a set for this car. Glad to hear you didn't get injured, nor the car for the most part. __________________ 1990 ZR-1 #1587 1990 ZR-1 #1727