Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

ZR1Vette · 01-19-2008

I did a few upgrades to the brakes and want to share a few pics...

Pretty much the typical OEM look when I started... my project included rust removal from hubs and upgrading pads and rotors..

I have kept the OEM rotors, but will be sending to a company in California to bead blast and zinc coat (thus can return car to OEM set up)... here is their work on my C6 Z51 brakes>>
Before

After

For purposes of removing rust from hubs and leaving a zinc phosphate coating I use a product from EastWood... OxySolve which they now call Fast Etch and steel wool/brass wire brushes (really only need for stubborn spots)>>

Here is the ZR-1 hub after treatment

And now the completed set up.. EBC sport rotors, EBC ceramic pads, Goodridge SS lines and new caliper hardware

Note: black on rotor to pad contact area will rub off when brakes are used...this pic was prior to brake usage.

Michael

ZR1Vette · 01-19-2008

And here are the rears>>
Before

After

RedSled · 01-19-2008

Michael. Looks awesome. You are making good progress on your upgrades. I think I will be purchasing a lift by the way. I thought yours was really cool. Have to try and get my suspension looking as clean as yours!

Cheers, Keith

'90 Red/Red #1383

rkreigh · 01-19-2008

I saw michael's car first hand and it's spectacular!! nice to see another pristine ZR-1 in VA. thanks again for hosting the get together, it was alot of fun.

enjoy your ZR-1, it's a beauty! I need to do the same to detail the suspension and really appreciate the pics and tips.

what did you use to clean off the a arms??

HIZNHRZ · 01-19-2008

Michael,

Would you mind providing contact information for the shop in California you used to plate your Z51 rotors? How did you package the rotors for shipment?

Thanks,
Scott

Nick · 01-19-2008

Damn, looking good!

-=Jeff=- · 01-19-2008

looking good..

Hey it looks like you even have Steel half shafts on that one.. I think my 90 has aluminum, but I never really looked to close

ZR1Vette · 01-19-2008

Ron... arms etc were in good shape but I used Brake Kleen & Parts Cleaner (non chlorinated) on a rag to really bring them up to clean...

Scott... sure... company is called Specilialized Processing in El Cajon CA 619.442-0663 I sent them via FedEx ground in two boxes (each with two rotors)... wasn't bad cost wise. Specialized Processing will charge about $125 for all four rotors (they did about 2 years ago anyway)

Jeff... yep to steel half shafts... my VIN is 1990 #566 and I found out that they transitioned over to aluminum at about VIN #620 or so... any advantage or disadvantage of steel over aluminum or vice versa? other than the obvious weight difference

Now off to all fluid changes..
Thanks all
Michael

Aurora40 · 01-19-2008

The steel is stronger, and of course heavier. I think they weren't sure the aluminum half-shafts would take the power? I think the only disadvantage is the weight, and possibly the appearance since they always look rusty.

evl_twn · 01-19-2008

What type of lift is that? Is it a permanent in-floor lift, or one you can move around the shop?

01-19-2008	#2
ZR1Vette Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston, Virginia Posts: 930	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> And here are the rears>> Before After

01-19-2008	#3
RedSled Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Germantown, Maryland Posts: 522	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> Michael. Looks awesome. You are making good progress on your upgrades. I think I will be purchasing a lift by the way. I thought yours was really cool. Have to try and get my suspension looking as clean as yours! Cheers, Keith '90 Red/Red #1383

01-19-2008	#4
rkreigh Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Alex VA Posts: 1,080	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> I saw michael's car first hand and it's spectacular!! nice to see another pristine ZR-1 in VA. thanks again for hosting the get together, it was alot of fun. enjoy your ZR-1, it's a beauty! I need to do the same to detail the suspension and really appreciate the pics and tips. what did you use to clean off the a arms??

01-19-2008	#7
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,156	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> looking good.. Hey it looks like you even have Steel half shafts on that one.. I think my 90 has aluminum, but I never really looked to close __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Shelby Series 1 - Wilwood Brakes Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978

01-19-2008	#8
ZR1Vette Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston, Virginia Posts: 930	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> Ron... arms etc were in good shape but I used Brake Kleen & Parts Cleaner (non chlorinated) on a rag to really bring them up to clean... Scott... sure... company is called Specilialized Processing in El Cajon CA 619.442-0663 I sent them via FedEx ground in two boxes (each with two rotors)... wasn't bad cost wise. Specialized Processing will charge about $125 for all four rotors (they did about 2 years ago anyway) Jeff... yep to steel half shafts... my VIN is 1990 #566 and I found out that they transitioned over to aluminum at about VIN #620 or so... any advantage or disadvantage of steel over aluminum or vice versa? other than the obvious weight difference Now off to all fluid changes.. Thanks all Michael

01-19-2008	#1
ZR1Vette Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston, Virginia Posts: 930	Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> I did a few upgrades to the brakes and want to share a few pics... Pretty much the typical OEM look when I started... my project included rust removal from hubs and upgrading pads and rotors.. I have kept the OEM rotors, but will be sending to a company in California to bead blast and zinc coat (thus can return car to OEM set up)... here is their work on my C6 Z51 brakes>> Before After For purposes of removing rust from hubs and leaving a zinc phosphate coating I use a product from EastWood... OxySolve which they now call Fast Etch and steel wool/brass wire brushes (really only need for stubborn spots)>> Here is the ZR-1 hub after treatment And now the completed set up.. EBC sport rotors, EBC ceramic pads, Goodridge SS lines and new caliper hardware Note: black on rotor to pad contact area will rub off when brakes are used...this pic was prior to brake usage. Michael Last edited by ZR1Vette; 01-19-2008 at 09:27 AM.

01-19-2008	#5
HIZNHRZ Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Germantown, MD Posts: 732	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> Michael, Would you mind providing contact information for the shop in California you used to plate your Z51 rotors? How did you package the rotors for shipment? Thanks, Scott

01-19-2008	#6
Nick Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 585	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> Damn, looking good!

01-19-2008	#9
Aurora40 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 2,704	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> The steel is stronger, and of course heavier. I think they weren't sure the aluminum half-shafts would take the power? I think the only disadvantage is the weight, and possibly the appearance since they always look rusty.

01-19-2008	#10
evl_twn Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 116	Re: Few pics and comments on brakes and suspension>>> What type of lift is that? Is it a permanent in-floor lift, or one you can move around the shop?