codeblack Posted December 6, 2008 Share Posted December 6, 2008 I'm new to the nasa forum and have run in a few HPDE's this past year, groups 1 and 2. I currently have a stock C6Z06 corvette and want to get the opinion of the instructors as to whether I should up grade the rotors and pads or leave it stock. What would be a good combination for the track? I've looked at single piece rotors from DBA and two piece rotors from Coleman. Also, any feed back on Colbalt GTS pads. I'm currently using Castrol SRF fluid. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboShortBus Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Aftermarket pads that are specifically designed for track use will always perform better and last longer than the stock pads. While stock Z06 pads will likely be more aggressive than the ones that come on a Monte Carlo, they are still a compromise between low dust, cold performance, etc. If you mainly drive the car on the street, then you should think about having a separate set of pads and rotors for HPDE use. From what I have been told, big-dollar cross-drilled and/or slotted rotors don't have an appreciable advantage over normal rotors, and you don't have the option of resurfacing drilled or slotted rotors (not that I would do that anyway, as you want more material to absorb heat). Many of the racers that I know (as well as myself) only use normal rotors, although we just buy the el cheapo "white box" rotors from the local parts store and replace them every time (or every other time) we get new pads. If we went through several $200+ pairs of rotors every year, then we'd be heading to the poorhouse even quicker. But, if you have money to set on fire, then go for it. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeblack Posted December 7, 2008 Author Share Posted December 7, 2008 Thanks for the input. I've been searching for plan faced rotors but I only found fronts made by centric and the price is right. I'll keep searching. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbrew8991 Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 that is ALOT of car you have there - ease into it - your instructors thank you in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Cheapest blank face rotors you can find and HP+ pads to start with. They'll dust more but they are still street driveable. Just put a set on a friends C6Z. Braided lines would be nice. More of a safety mod than anything. When you start using R compounds you'll need dedicated track pads like DTC's or such. Anything less will just disintegrate. Ask me how I know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeblack Posted December 8, 2008 Author Share Posted December 8, 2008 I would love to put blank rotors on the C6Z06 but can't find them for front and rear. any ideas where I can locate them? As far as safety mods any suggestions would be of help. Thanks. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeblack Posted December 8, 2008 Author Share Posted December 8, 2008 that is ALOT of car you have there - ease into it - your instructors thank you in advance Thanks, I know it's a lot and I can't wait until the winter is over to use it First event for 2009 PDA is April at lime rock. This past year I had the fortune of having Kim Baker as my instructor at Lime Rock. Good guy with alot of knowledge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboShortBus Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Advance Auto Parts lists Raybestos cross-drilled front rotors for a 2007 Z06 on their site at $79.99 each, but nothing for the rears. AutoCabron lists Duralast rear rotors on their site at $99.99 each, with a 2 year warranty. How are these prices compared to other suppliers? Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeblack Posted December 8, 2008 Author Share Posted December 8, 2008 Advance Auto Parts lists Raybestos cross-drilled front rotors for a 2007 Z06 on their site at $79.99 each, but nothing for the rears. AutoCabron lists Duralast rear rotors on their site at $99.99 each, with a 2 year warranty. How are these prices compared to other suppliers? Mark Pretty good, GM at the local dealer is about 120 per rotor but the GM pads at the dealer are 800.00 for front and rear. My concern is using stock cross drills on the track with a pad that is more aggressive than stock. But if I do use the stock cross drills I can't figure out which pad compound to use for those rotors. This is why I was thinking about going to a two piece set up for the rotors and a track compound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboShortBus Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Contact Carbotech, Hawk, etc. for their recommendations for pads with your setup. Don't waste the time or money buying pads from your dealer. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aben8057 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 If you runnin gin group 1&2, I dont see any reason to upgrade from OE. The Z06 stock breaking system is more than enough. Seat time, seat time, seat time would be a better investment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbrew8991 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 two words - safety margin its his car... so whatever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboShortBus Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Two more words: datsalotta tape! Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aben8057 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Stock Z06 brake componets are 6-piston calipers complimented with 14" front and 13.4" rear cross drilled rotors. The only upgrade I would propose would be the pads like HP as mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niles Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 have you tried rotorpros.com? The rotors for my recently sold STi are ungodly expensive or unavailable from the dealer or most other sources, but rotorpro's had high quality blank centric rotors for much much less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeblack Posted December 14, 2008 Author Share Posted December 14, 2008 have you tried rotorpros.com?The rotors for my recently sold STi are ungodly expensive or unavailable from the dealer or most other sources, but rotorpro's had high quality blank centric rotors for much much less. I looked up their website but I didn't find any for the C6Z06. I'll give them a call on Monday, Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmmotorsports Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 That looks like one of those "Spy Shots" of the new 2010 Z06. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robnie0723 Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 I'm digging the black "V" stripe on the painters tape After renting C6 back in November, I got the itch to get one real bad -- really liked that car even if it was yellow http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/BCLe2tyV11y0u3GjHYjS1Q Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmmotorsports Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 I'm digging the black "V" stripe on the painters tape After renting C6 back in November, I got the itch to get one real bad -- really liked that car even if it was yellow http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/BCLe2tyV11y0u3GjHYjS1Q Was that in the rental agreement? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meat Posted December 19, 2008 Share Posted December 19, 2008 I'm digging the black "V" stripe on the painters tape After renting C6 back in November, I got the itch to get one real bad -- really liked that car even if it was yellow http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/BCLe2tyV11y0u3GjHYjS1Q Hmmmm. I remember this car....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robnie0723 Posted December 19, 2008 Share Posted December 19, 2008 Hmmmm. I remember this car....... LOL, me too, was that you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboShortBus Posted December 19, 2008 Share Posted December 19, 2008 Hey Meat...is that red \X/ the one with the "WORLD'S BIGGEST SCCA STICKER" in the back window? lol Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meat Posted December 19, 2008 Share Posted December 19, 2008 Hmmmm. I remember this car....... LOL, me too, was that you? Hey Meat...is that red \X/ the one with the "WORLD'S BIGGEST SCCA STICKER" in the back window? lol Mark Yes to both of you. But to be fair, I have an even larger NASA sticker on the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getfast Posted December 22, 2008 Share Posted December 22, 2008 http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/BCLe2tyV11y0u3GjHYjS1Q That picture reminds me of a daydream I had at the Columbus airport in Sept. There were two of those on the Hertz lot. I was en route to Mid-Ohio for the NASA Championships. I was very tempted to rent one and TT it!!! Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExRacer Posted December 23, 2008 Share Posted December 23, 2008 Let's see, blue tape on license plate, purple rotors, no tread on tires. Those orange cones are makin' you think silly Jon. I almost got one ('Vette) after 2 Hertz Shelby car rentals. Too bad Hertz went to the convertibles . . . I'm sure the 'Vette works better than that tub of a Mustang. It still made nice sounds as you revved it . . . How ya Jon? Had fun at the BMW mini event with ya. When are you comin' back out to the West Coast? Maddog out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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