Big brake kit?

trackdaytower · February 20, 2017

I've had my 1500 all terrain for a week now

My first truck in two decades

I'd like more brakes on this thing

Anyone have recommendations? STOPtech or willwood offer such a thing?

Sean403 · February 20, 2017

Ya but it costs around $3000 Cad.

camcamaro1991 · February 20, 2017

GM will be releasing a big brake upgrade soon. btw GM updated the part number for 2017 parts catalog.

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/187056-gm-6-piston-brembo-big-brake-kit-84050685/?hl=16.1&do=findComment&comment=1806269

or

http://www.chevrolet.com/performance/silverado-parts.html (mid 2016 release date has come and gone)

I believe in the new 2019 SPY photo's it appears that the brakes are bigger so possible future OEM parts.

wuznme · February 20, 2017

FS: Wilwood Big Brake Complete Kit (NEW IN BOXES)

Donstar · February 20, 2017

Is a big brake kit used for a special application involving extra weight or speed? Or, are they just for improved performance over stock ? I haven't heard much on the topic of brakes and find this could be interesting!

trackdaytower · February 20, 2017

i'd say they're good for anyone who wants more aggressive and fade free braking

Denali 101 · February 21, 2017

Is a big brake kit used for a special application involving extra weight or speed? Or, are they just for improved performance over stock ? I haven't heard much on the topic of brakes and find this could be interesting!

Knew 5 minutes after I threw the enclosed out back with a car on board that the brakes do not cut it. That's my reasoning. The reasoning really depends on the needs of the guy behind the wheel. If I was running a dropped truck and driving spirited I'd do the same. Can a person that just uses the truck as a daily, no spirited driving, no heavy hauling just leave as is - absolutely and they would be perfectly happy.

If you have never driven a truck that runs a BBK you may want to give it a go. Significant difference and a very desirable upgrade.

Donstar · February 21, 2017

Thanks for the information. A few years ago I often pulled heavy utility and box trailers. Bigger brakes would have given me greater peace of mind at that time!