 GP on trackbrackets C5 conversion brackets, Now shipping (Tracking inside) |
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 Jan 17 2006, 03:09 AM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin  Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196  |
Ok, most of our members here know that I build the trackbrackets C5 conversion brackets for 4th gen F-bodies. This kit was originally the Bob Bishop conversion kit, but I bought the rights from Bob (who is no longer affiliated with this product) and am building them to his standards at the same shop that perfected this manufacturing process. I would like to do a batch of either 11 or 22 sets. I'll make some phone calls to get a firm price on this batch (I have to verify the cost of aluminum). We sold the last batch for $279 on the GP and $299 after that (shipped to your door). I'll post a firm price as soon as I get it. But it should be close to the last batch.
If you're interested, please post in this thread. Once we get enough buyers lined up, I'll start collecting money and hope to deliver them within 6 weeks (depending on my shop schedule) from that time. Just in time for spring mod season. Thanks! Kevin EDIT: 01-25-06 I've verified the prices with my shop and have the final totals. I've managed to work out a deal that allows me to reduce the price slightly (but the materials, hardware and processes are not changing, they will be identical to the batches that were done before these). If we sell 11 sets = $279 per set (Plus shipping) If we sell 22 sets = $269 per set (Plus shipping) I get a slight discount for a larger order and I'll pass the savings along. Paid: track at www.fedex.com John D. 289050110002390 Wassko (Gary) 289050110002352 Street Bad (Tim) 289050110002369 Coldkilla (Brandon) 289050110002383 Kyan 289050110002376 Eric (local sale) In2protour (tommy) 289050110002406 Torres (marco) 289050110002413 Zane (local sale) LT4firehawk (evan) 289050110002420 |
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Jan 19 2006, 04:04 AM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 1 Joined: 16-January 06 Member No.: 1,045 |
I'm in for a pair. Now will the brackets be made from Aluminum 6061?
Thanks for settig this GP up, Tommy |
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Jan 19 2006, 04:40 AM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (in2protour @ Jan 18 2006, 23:04) I'm in for a pair. Now will the brackets be made from Aluminum 6061? Thanks for settig this GP up, Tommy Yes, 6061-T6511 |
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Jan 25 2006, 04:26 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
I've verified the prices with my shop and have the final totals. I've managed to work out a deal that allows me to reduce the price slightly (but the materials, hardware and processes are not changing, they will be identical to the batches that were done before these).
If we sell 11 sets = $279 per set (Plus shipping) If we sell 22 sets = $269 per set (Plus shipping) I get a slight discount for a larger order and I'll pass the savings along. |
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Jan 25 2006, 04:41 PM
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North of the border Group: Admin Posts: 2,307 Joined: 4-February 04 From: Montreal, CANADA Member No.: 177 |
I know of a local guy that will be interested on them... I'll let him know.
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Feb 1 2006, 03:14 AM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
I'll go in to buy/keep 2 sets to help get us to 11 sets. Anyone else?
That leaves 8 or 19. |
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Feb 1 2006, 04:00 AM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,693 Joined: 15-February 04 From: Casselberry FL Member No.: 206 |
Hmm, tell and/or point me to the details on how it helps the braking performance. I remember reading about it many moons ago, but not the details...
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Feb 1 2006, 01:27 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
The rotors are larger (bigger heat sinks) and directionally veined for better cooling. There are more choices for brake pads (and they are typically cheaper than the LS1 F-body version of the same pad). The calipers are pressure cast and more durable (less prone to spreading). You can buy replacement rotors from GM for $19.99 each and they have worked very well on track for those who have used them. Also, I believe Steve Brueck measured his stopping distance after installing this kit and it was greatly reduced (I'll see if I can find the post).
So: More thermal capacity Stronger/more durable calipers Increased braking performance Less expensive pads Less expensive rotors What's not to like? (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Try this one: http://frrax.com/rrforum/index.php?act=ST&...opping+distance |
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Feb 1 2006, 03:19 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,693 Joined: 15-February 04 From: Casselberry FL Member No.: 206 |
So what's all included for that price?
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Feb 1 2006, 04:02 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (JimMueller @ Feb 1 2006, 10:19) So what's all included for that price? This price includes the brackets, the hardware to mount the brackets and the hardware to bolt the Corvette PAB's (but not the PAB's) to the brackets. You'll need pads, rotors, calpiers, PAB's and hoses (with hardware). There is a thread with a parts list on here, I'll find it and post a link to it shortly. There is more information here: http://frrax.com/rrforum/index.php?act=ST&...2&t=2619&hl=bob Parts list: Alternate low-cost Delco Durastop rotors: Right front - 88925547 $18.81 Left front - 88925548 $18.81 Here is an updated GM parts list: GM Part # / # needed / Description 12530682 / 1 / Caliper, Guide pin bolts included (standard gray C5) 12530683 / 1 / Caliper, Guide pin bolts included (standard gray C5) 88895128 / 1 / Caliper, Guide pin bolts included (red Z06) OPTIONAL 88895129 / 1 / Caliper, Guide pin bolts included (red Z06) OPTIONAL 10445856 / 1 / Right Rotor (standard factory fitment) 10445857 / 1 / Left Rotor (standard factory fitment) 88925547 / 1 / Right Delco Durastop rotor, lower cost OPTION 88925548 / 1 / Left Delco Durastop rotor, lower cost OPTION 12455799 / 2 / Pad abutment bracket 10333772 / 2 / Front caliper brake hose 12530697 / 4 / Pad abutment guide pin 12530703 / 4 / Guide pin boot 22163795 / 2 / Banjo bolt 10139097 / 4 / Banjo bolt copper washers CHOICE OF PADS AVAILABLE THROUGH GM DEALERS: 12480154 / 1 / Hawk HP+ front axle pad set (does NOT include anti-rattle springs or pad abutment shims) 88909667 / 1 / Durastop Ceramic front axle pad set (includes springs & shims) 88952008 / 1 / Z06 front axle pad set - RECOMMENDED - (includes springs & shims) Contact info: Gale McGrew Team Chevrolet,Olds,GMC,Jeep,Nissan 2014 E. 20th Place Scottsbluff, NE 69361 800-658-4017 Fax 308-632-0974 Email: teamparts@teamchev.com |
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Feb 2 2006, 03:28 PM
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Moderator Group: Advanced Members Posts: 863 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Tulsa, OK Member No.: 5 |
I'd be in for 1 set.
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Feb 2 2006, 03:54 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (LT4Firehawk @ Feb 2 2006, 10:28) I'd be in for 1 set. 7 or 18 left.... |
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Feb 8 2006, 06:04 PM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 29-January 06 Member No.: 1,062 |
when would you need the money by?
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Feb 8 2006, 06:13 PM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 8-February 06 Member No.: 1,073 |
Yes. Count me in. Call me at xxx-xxx-xxxx when you are ready.
Phone number removed by trackbird. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) This post has been edited by trackbird: Feb 8 2006, 06:33 PM |
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Feb 8 2006, 06:30 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (coldkilla @ Feb 8 2006, 13:04) when would you need the money by? Once I get enough orders to do a batch (11 or 22), I'll collect the funds and get my machine shop started. I'm guessing it will still be a couple weeks from now. |
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Feb 8 2006, 06:31 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (wassko268 @ Feb 8 2006, 13:13) Yes. Count me in. 6 or 17 left (batch of 11 or 22). |
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Feb 8 2006, 10:42 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 271 Joined: 21-January 04 From: Enfield CT Member No.: 142 |
There is no way to get these brackets to work with LS1 calipers on C5 rotors right? or any safe and practical way from what I undersatnd right?
I have a LT1 car and can get a set of LS1 calipers from my friend for free. I wanted to use C5 rotors with these. |
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Feb 8 2006, 10:57 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (Chevy053 @ Feb 8 2006, 17:42) There is no way to get these brackets to work with LS1 calipers on C5 rotors right? or any safe and practical way from what I undersatnd right? I have a LT1 car and can get a set of LS1 calipers from my friend for free. I wanted to use C5 rotors with these. Since they use the C5 PAB's, you should use the C5 caliper. Since the C5 caliper can be run on LS1 F-body PAB's, you might be able to physically get it to fit, but the kit wasn't designed for those calipers and it's never been tested that way (therefore I'll not swear or admit to anymore than that). |
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Feb 9 2006, 12:07 PM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 29-January 06 Member No.: 1,062 |
alright, count me in. how do you except payment?
btw, what are PAB's? This post has been edited by coldkilla: Feb 9 2006, 12:11 PM |
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Feb 9 2006, 01:11 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
QUOTE (coldkilla @ Feb 9 2006, 07:07) alright, count me in. how do you except payment? btw, what are PAB's? You can mail a money order (as soon as I start collecting cash, which may be soon as this rate) or you can paypal the total to me (I'll give you my paypal address as soon as I start collecting payment). PAB's = Pad Abutment Brackets PAB's are the "bracket" that you put the pads into and then the caliper bolts onto (the slider pins are sliding in the PAB, it's the "frame"). 5 (or 16) left. |
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