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SCOTI · 01-12-2008, 07:28 PM

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smbrouss70 · 01-12-2008, 07:41 PM

Is that spindle modification something that we will be able to do on our own, or will we have to buy the spindles from them? Can you get some pics of how that bracket bolts to the spindle?

SCOTI · 01-12-2008, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70

Is that spindle modification something that we will be able to do on our own, or will we have to buy the spindles from them? Can you get some pics of how that bracket bolts to the spindle?

You do your own spindle mod which cuts the costs for the kit. I don't have further pics @ this time but will be taking some as I install a 'kit'. I'll keep updating.

I will also be supplying them w/the dimensions for the truck rear housing ends by the end of the weekend. The push is on for 13" C5 rears!

smbrouss70 · 01-12-2008, 07:55 PM

So what does this "kit" come with? The hubs and bracket? I assume the rotor and caliper/pads are off the shelf type stuff?

BTW... THANK YOU for doing this for us. Maybe they should be called SCOTI brakes!

SCOTI · 01-12-2008, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70

So what does this "kit" come with? The hubs and bracket? I assume the rotor and caliper/pads are off the shelf type stuff?

Billet hub & CNC brackets are the main items to make it work. Everything should be available separately so you can build it using the hubs/brackets & used parts if that's your direction. The rotors wouldn't be a direct swap because C5/6 are car pattern vs truck pattern. There's some extra work to make it happen.

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Maybe they should be called SCOTI brakes!

I'm just the guy providing feedback & helping w/the details...... The manufacturer will make the appropriate introductions once they're closer to being production ready. Thanks regardless.

gringoloco · 01-13-2008, 09:20 AM

Sweet! Any idea about compatibility w/ a drop spindle? Also, why the blacked-out caliper? Hiding the "K word"? Does it use the stock dust shield holes?

SCOTI · 01-13-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Sweet! Any idea about compatibility w/ a drop spindle? Also, why the blacked-out caliper? Hiding the "K word"? Does it use the stock dust shield holes?

They will move to drop spindles next. The idea was the need to start somewhere & the factory spindle is the easiest (most logical choice).

Yes.... the 'blackout' is to limit exposure until they wish to promote the product line themselves. They are attached to the spindle like most aftermarket kits (no need to reinvent the wheel there).

bagged74 · 01-15-2008, 04:40 PM

looks almost identical to the baer kit I have on my 72

revn67 · 01-19-2008, 09:06 AM

so what is involved with modding the spindle? what do you cut or grind orrr......?

SCOTI · 01-19-2008, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Any idea about compatibility w/ a drop spindle?

I will be trial fitting prototype kit #001 to a set of OE spindles, then some 3" BellTechs & 2.5" Western Chassis spindles. McGaughys & DJM's will possibly follow. I don't believe any other brands will be tested (these seem to be the 4 most popular choices).

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Originally Posted by bagged74

looks almost identical to the baer kit I have on my 72

What did that 'kit' set you back if I might inquire? I would also like to know what was included in their 'kit' (what specs rotors/calipers, hub, etc....?).
PM if you don't wish to announce it to the world.

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Originally Posted by revn67

so what is involved with modding the spindle? what do you cut or grind orrr......?

Cut off the original caliper 'ears' & do some clearance grinding. How much to grind will vary depending on which rotor/caliper set-up is chosen.

I'm waiting for a big brown box for now . . ......

class01 · 01-19-2008, 10:54 AM

sign me up

jlaird · 01-19-2008, 05:47 PM

scoti, so you are going to be buying all these aftermarket spindles and cutting off the ears?

What's the deal with the rotors studs? Are those threaded in the pic?

SCOTI · 01-20-2008, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by jlaird

scoti, so you are going to be buying all these aftermarket spindles and cutting off the ears?

What's the deal with the rotors studs? Are those threaded in the pic?

I already have the BT & WC spindles & will determine what to do on the other brands after I play w/these.

Yes on the studs...... They're threaded ARP fasteners.

Ackattack · 02-03-2008, 04:42 AM

I assume that these won't clear a 15" wheel correct?

That just means I'll have to wait until I get my wheels before I get the brakes, cause it's just a roller in the garage now on pos 15" stockers.

GKsport67 · 02-03-2008, 05:57 AM

Yes SIR!!! I'm with it,i want to swap out my 6lug anyway!

SCOTI · 02-03-2008, 07:20 AM

I received e-mail notification this morning w/a tracking number. Kit #0001 is officially on it's way.

LMDGUY · 02-05-2008, 05:04 AM

very intresting.. keep us posted.

revn67 · 02-06-2008, 07:37 AM

nice.....any guess on the price? can't wait to be able to get this kit!!

SCOTI · 02-06-2008, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by revn67

nice.....any guess on the price? can't wait to be able to get this kit!!

Here's an idea . . ....

C5/C6 Bracket Kit- GM TRK/Tall Spindle (w/hardware) 85.00
C5/C6 Billet Hub- GM TRK 72-87 (w/bearings, seals, caps, ARP studs) 349.00
C5 PBR Caliper Kit 295.00
C5/C6 A/C Delco Ceramic Pads 69.50
Front Brake Line Kit 60.00

C6-Z51 DBA-4000 Rotors (13.4" x 1.25" w/5.00 x 4.75 + 5.00 pattern) 396.00

Shipping/Handling w/INS 78.00

For a total of $1332 & change. This is w/upgraded rotors. Base C5/C6 rotors aren't as much (and aren't as good). There's also options for drilled/slotted rotors if you're so inclined.

pcmcobra · 02-06-2008, 01:57 PM

scoti,
how bout some pics of the disassembled kit?
also, would this work on light duty brake equipped trucks?

72 Pick Up · 02-06-2008, 02:42 PM

Put me down for a sets Front & back

SCOTI · 02-06-2008, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by pcmcobra

scoti,
how bout some pics of the disassembled kit?
also, would this work on light duty brake equipped trucks?

The LT spindles has not been confirmed yet. The only spindle the 'kit' is known to work w/is a stock HD spindle. I will be testing on Bell Tech & Western Chassis drop spindles for HD brakes in the near future.

I'll post up pics once the kit is received.

Sir Fisher · 02-07-2008, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by RED72blazer

I want bigger brakes...but for a 4x4

me too!! i want larger front disks for my 4x4; i'm thinking of going to a machine shop and have them do it for me in my neck of the woods...

gringoloco · 02-07-2008, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

C5/C6 Bracket Kit- GM TRK/Tall Spindle (w/hardware) 85.00
C5/C6 Billet Hub- GM TRK 72-87 (w/bearings, seals, caps, ARP studs) 349.00

This looks to me like the only things you absolutely need from this kit. The other stuff may be able to be sourced elsewhere cheaper. They even give you the option on their website of ordering as many or as few parts as you like...

revn67 · 02-07-2008, 08:26 AM

sick!!! just in time for my tax return to show up......can't wait to see your finished product on your truck scoti!! im waiting for pics to see what it'll look like altogether

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smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,782	Re: How Much Interest: 13" Big Brake Upgrade So what does this "kit" come with? The hubs and bracket? I assume the rotor and caliper/pads are off the shelf type stuff? BTW... THANK YOU for doing this for us. Maybe they should be called SCOTI brakes! __________________ Steven "If dogs don't go to heaven, when I die I want to go wherever they went." -- Will Rogers R.I.P. Oscar R.I.P. Ratchet 1967 Pontiac GTO - Dad was the Original Owner 1970 Chevy 2wd SWB "Oscar's Truck" 1970 Chevy 2wd Blazer "Ratchet's Blazer" 2013 Chevy 2500HD Crew Cab Duramax/Allison Z71 LTZ "Brown Sugar" 2017 Chevy Suburban "BDB" 2020 Chevy Blazer Premier "Foxy" Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Shop Build

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gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,920	Re: How Much Interest: 13" Big Brake Upgrade Sweet! Any idea about compatibility w/ a drop spindle? Also, why the blacked-out caliper? Hiding the "K word"? Does it use the stock dust shield holes? __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy Last edited by gringoloco; 01-13-2008 at 09:24 AM.

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SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,919	Re: How Much Interest: 13" Big Brake Upgrade I received e-mail notification this morning w/a tracking number. Kit #0001 is officially on it's way. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

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