It’s here!…. And a question

[Shiraz]

After 1.5 years of waiting, I finally got my 2023 z51 a couple of weeks back. Loving the ride though I am still in the brake in period and can’t really compare yet to other cars I have had. For anyone still looking to configure theirs, I would encourage you to look at the HTC. I have been enjoying driving with the top off and while it’s easy enough to manually do it, a push of the button to do it would be really nice.

Now to my question. Occasionally at city speeds, I am getting the well documented brake squeal. I am almost at 800 kms and will do a proper brake burnish after this but I wanted to ask if the only real solution to this is changing out the pads or should I visit the dealership w.r.t the GM bulletin on this and have them work on it.

 

[Jeffer2013]

looks very nice and I am not a fan of red’s

 

[Shiraz]

Bumping up to see if anyone has comments on the brake squeaking. Worth getting the service as per GM bulletin?

 

[harshadt]

Bumping up to see if anyone has comments on the brake squeaking. Worth getting the service as per GM bulletin?

Well, seeing as to how you bumped up for a response, here it is- sure if the squeaking bothers you then it’s worth talking to your GM service folks and asking them what they think. If your local dealer doesn’t have much Corvette or C8 experience then try calling one of the big three.

Btw- beautiful car!

 

[Murray20c8]

You can buy new pads for peanuts if it really bothers you.

 

[DenisC8]

My C8 is non-z51, and no squeaky brakes, ever. Do others have with z51 brakes have this issue?

 

[CamsC8]

Congratulations!

 

[harshadt]

My C8 is non-z51, and no squeaky brakes, ever. Do others have with z51 brakes have this issue?

I have a Z51. Never had an issue

 

[Shiraz]

Yes, its a z51 issue. GM says its the high metallic content in the pads.

2020 - 2021 Corvette: Service Bulletin: #PIC6429: Addressing Customer Concerns on Brake Noises - (Jan 20, 2021)

Some customers with a 2020 - 2021 Corvette may comment about a reoccurring squeal noise when they apply the brakes. This concern is most commonly seen on vehicles equipped with the J55 brake system, which is part of the Z51 Performance Package.

www.corvetteactioncenter.com

 

[Blu427]

I have a Z51. Never had an issue

Me too, my Z51 brakes have never squealed in the 2 years I've had car.

 

[Murray20c8]

My NON Z51 has squeaky brakes when first backing out of the garage and sometimes at the end of the driveway, but never after that.

 

[Jack Raccoon!]

Do you park outside Murray? Mine squeak if I put the car away wet. Goes away quick...

 

[Murray20c8]

Do you park outside Murray? Mine squeak if I put the car away wet. Goes away quick...

No, always garaged. It could be because of the backing on the pads. If I'm not mistaken they are there to prevent squeaking. Perhaps mine are loose. <shrug> anyway, it doesn't bother me. Might bother my neighbors, but I don't like John's or mine.

 

[GreenTurtle2C8]

Bumping up to see if anyone has comments on the brake squeaking. Worth getting the service as per GM bulletin?

I have a 2021 Z51 and no squeals but lots of dust.
Check out Summit Racing part number PWR-Z26-8009 for your squeal and dust problems.
It takes as long to clean the rims as it does the entire car.
Congratulations on your new ride looks great.

 

[Hanko_]

You waited 1½ years for it? Amateur! I waited 25 months. My '22 has Z51, no squeal whatsoever. But the inside of the wheels is constantly dusty.

 

[gone]

For brake dust, consider ceramic coating your rims which will then make it easier to clean them. Worked like a charm for me.

BTW, as others have said: congrats on the nice ride!

 

[Bunny hop]

Congrats,

 

[unionville]

After 1.5 years of waiting, I finally got my 2023 z51 a couple of weeks back. Loving the ride though I am still in the brake in period and can’t really compare yet to other cars I have had. For anyone still looking to configure theirs, I would encourage you to look at the HTC. I have been enjoying driving with the top off and while it’s easy enough to manually do it, a push of the button to do it would be really nice.

Now to my question. Occasionally at city speeds, I am getting the well documented brake squeal. I am almost at 800 kms and will do a proper brake burnish after this but I wanted to ask if the only real solution to this is changing out the pads or should I visit the dealership w.r.t the GM bulletin on this and have them work on it.


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Congrats on your new ride. The wait was worth it, I am sure. Love the new 23's!

 

[Hanko_]

For brake dust, consider ceramic coating your rims which will then make it easier to clean them. Worked like a charm for me.

BTW, as others have said: congrats on the nice ride!

Good idea. I was planning to do just that. I did the whole car a few weeks after delivery, but left the wheels as I was stripping the silver finish and doing them in carbon flash powder. But I will take the wheels off one day soon, clean them well, and coat them. It works wonders for removing bugs from leading surfaces.

 

[Zedaholic]

My C8 is non-z51, and no squeaky brakes, ever. Do others have with z51 brakes have this issue?

I have a couple of Z51's (2020 Coupe & 2022 HTC), neither have squeaky brakes