who has completed the 1st gen to LS1 front brake swap? need help and parts

[SatisTraction]

I have been searching but I can not find a guide on how to do this. I have read David P's page and he does not have the info that I need. Is there a guide on the net anywhere? a copy of the conversion bracket needed to mount the caliper?

Known items
1. I know i will have to have the drum hub turned down to fit in the LS1 rotor.
2. i will have to install longer wheel studs.


Questions
1. Will i need to do any machine work on my drum spindles?
2. does anyone have a pattern or sell the mounting brackets for the calipers?
3. Is there a guide anywhere on the net?

thanks
chris

[zbugger]

Take a look over on www.speedtech-performance.com for some info. There should be everything you need there. In fact, look here. http://www.speedtech-performance.com...20Brackets.htm

[SatisTraction]

those are C5 brackets. I am looking for LS1 brackets. I will email them and see what the offer. any other options?
thanks
chris

[zbugger]

So, are you talking about the 12" brakes? They are the same caliper. Just wondering.

[SatisTraction]

yes, the LS1 stuff is 12" i was not aware that the vette and camaro calipers were the same.

[Ralph LoGrasso]

yes, the LS1 stuff is 12" i was not aware that the vette and camaro calipers were the same.

They're almost identical. Here's some good info on the difference: https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5084

One main thing is the C5 calipers are stronger due to the ribs on the top of the caliper. Which is good for a pro-touring car.

[Rick Dorion]

The C5 will present fitment issues you won't see on the C4 which is also a strong caliper. Many, including those with track time, are using these.

What rims/useage are you considering?

The drum spindles will need to have the upper boss milled down. I replaced mine with new disc spindles ( why use 35 year old castings) and spaced the upper spindle instead.