Wilwood D8-6 Front Brake Caliper Kit Pads & Hardware for 1965-82 Chevy Corvette
Part # 140-11857-R SKU WIL140-11857-R
Highlights
- Brake hoses included
- Yes
- Brake pad compound
- ProMatrix
- Brake pads included
- Yes
- Caliper color
- Red
- Caliper finish
- Powder Coat
- Caliper included
- Yes
- Caliper material
- Aluminum
- Caliper piston quantity
- 6
- Front/rear
- Front
- Hardware included
- Yes
- Inboard/outboard
- Outboard
- Machine type
- Car
- Material
- Aluminum
- Minimum wheel diameter
- 15 in
- Position
- Front
- Type
- Brake Caliper Kit
- Unit quantity
- 1
- Unit type
- Unit
- Wheel studs included
- No
Description
Wilwood D8-6 Front Brake Caliper Kit Pads & Hardware for 1965-82 Chevy Corvette
The Wilwood D8-6 Front Brake Caliper Kit is specifically engineered for the 1965-82 Chevy Corvette, offering high-performance braking capabilities that enhance both safety and driving experience. This kit includes everything necessary for a comprehensive brake upgrade, including calipers, pads, and essential hardware. The precise design ensures a perfect fitment in Corvette applications, providing reliable stopping power and improved pedal feel.
Designed with a focus on performance, the D8-6 calipers feature a lightweight aluminum construction that reduces unsprung weight, contributing to enhanced vehicle handling and responsiveness. The innovative design of these calipers allows for superior heat dissipation, which minimizes brake fade during aggressive driving conditions. This combination of materials and design ensures that your Corvette maintains peak performance, whether on the street or at the track.
Additionally, the included pads are formulated to offer excellent friction characteristics, providing consistent stopping power across a range of temperatures. When paired with the D8-6 calipers, they deliver a balanced performance that meets the demands of both everyday driving and high-performance scenarios.
FITMENT: This brake caliper kit is specifically designed for the 1965-82 models of the Chevy Corvette, ensuring a seamless installation and compatibility with your vehicle’s original brake system.
Key Features & Benefits
- Lightweight aluminum calipers for reduced unsprung weight
- Enhanced heat dissipation to prevent brake fade
- Superior pad formulation for consistent stopping power
- Complete kit with calipers, pads, and necessary hardware for easy installation
- Direct fitment for 1965-82 Chevy Corvette models
Vehicle fitment
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Specifications
| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Brand | WILWOOD |
| Part number | 140-11857-R |
| SKU | WIL140-11857-R |
| UPC | 889545014242 |
| Dimensions and weight | |
| Material and finish | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Series and warranty | |
| Series | D8-6 |
| Details | |
| Brake hoses included | Yes |
| Brake pad compound | ProMatrix |
| Brake pads included | Yes |
| Caliper color | Red |
| Caliper finish | Powder Coat |
| Caliper included | Yes |
| Caliper material | Aluminum |
| Caliper piston quantity | 6 |
| Front/rear | Front |
| Hardware included | Yes |
| Inboard/outboard | Outboard |
| Includes | Calipers, Pads, Hardware |
| Machine type | Car |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 15 in |
| Position | Front |
| Type | Brake Caliper Kit |
| Unit quantity | 1 |
| Unit type | Unit |
| Wheel studs included | No |
Shipping and returns
Shipping. Free on every order, US only. Orders arrive in 2–4 days.
Returns. 30-day returns, except in extreme cases.
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Warranty. Full manufacturer guarantee.
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