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Mvp_Me · 06-19-2016, 04:53 AM

I have a 2011 V6LLT and it's time for some new rotors but i came across some aftermarket and stock V8 rotors for a good price. Will V8 rotors fit with the V6 calipers and break pads? I know sometimes the rotors can differ in size so before I bought anything I wanted to check with you all. Btw I have 20's on the car.
I've prolonged this long enough and my rotors are bad so I would like to order asap. If anyone has any experience in this please let me know. Thanks!

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Eddiefuzz · 06-19-2016, 06:20 AM

NO!!! SS rotors don't fit a V-6!

45thCamaro · 06-19-2016, 06:32 AM

You have to get SS calipers for it to work and I believe your wheels need to be 18" or larger to fit, someone will clarify if that is correct.

Mvp_Me · 06-19-2016, 10:02 AM

Thanks for the help, definitely saved me a great deal of disappointment lol

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seanjhon · 06-20-2016, 01:52 PM

Yes you would definatley need to upgrade the whole brake system if you plan on upgrading your rotors. You would need to trim the dust shield on the rear wheels about 2 inches in order for the rotors to slide on. The fronts are good as there is no modification needed or trimming

But as the poster said above you would need 20 inch rims and tires in order for the calipers to clear, presuming you you upgrade the whole package. You also would need to get the ss brake lines OR stainless steel lines as the ss lines are longer i believe.

I did the upgrade on my camaro, so feel free to ask any questions.

06-19-2016, 04:53 AM	#1
Mvp_Me I Use Three Pedals Drives: 2011 VR M6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 793	V6 to V8 Rotor help I have a 2011 V6LLT and it's time for some new rotors but i came across some aftermarket and stock V8 rotors for a good price. Will V8 rotors fit with the V6 calipers and break pads? I know sometimes the rotors can differ in size so before I bought anything I wanted to check with you all. Btw I have 20's on the car. I've prolonged this long enough and my rotors are bad so I would like to order asap. If anyone has any experience in this please let me know. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

06-19-2016, 06:20 AM	#2
Eddiefuzz Drives: 2011 RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Florence New Jersey Posts: 1,125	NO!!! SS rotors don't fit a V-6! Attached Images

06-19-2016, 10:02 AM	#4
Mvp_Me I Use Three Pedals Drives: 2011 VR M6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 793	Thanks for the help, definitely saved me a great deal of disappointment lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

06-19-2016, 06:32 AM	#3
45thCamaro Drives: 2012 Camaro 45th Anniversary RS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: New York Posts: 2,418	You have to get SS calipers for it to work and I believe your wheels need to be 18" or larger to fit, someone will clarify if that is correct.

06-20-2016, 01:52 PM	#5
seanjhon Drives: 2013 camaro Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 607	Yes you would definatley need to upgrade the whole brake system if you plan on upgrading your rotors. You would need to trim the dust shield on the rear wheels about 2 inches in order for the rotors to slide on. The fronts are good as there is no modification needed or trimming But as the poster said above you would need 20 inch rims and tires in order for the calipers to clear, presuming you you upgrade the whole package. You also would need to get the ss brake lines OR stainless steel lines as the ss lines are longer i believe. I did the upgrade on my camaro, so feel free to ask any questions.