{"product_id":"girodisc-front-replacement-rings-c6-corvette-grand-sport-z06-2006-2013","title":"Girodisc Front Replacement Rotor Rings C6 Corvette Grand Sport \/ Z06 (2006-2013)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestore the braking performance of your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC6 Corvette Z06 or Grand Sport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the GiroDisc Front Replacement Rotor Ring Set. Designed specifically for vehicles already equipped with GiroDisc two-piece front brake rotors, these replacement friction rings allow you to refresh the braking surfaces without purchasing complete rotor assemblies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from GiroDisc's proprietary high-carbon cast iron, the replacement rings are engineered to deliver consistent braking performance, excellent thermal stability, and durability during demanding street and track applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike conventional one-piece brake rotors, GiroDisc's modular two-piece design allows the iron friction rings to be replaced independently of the aluminum mounting hats. This reduces long-term maintenance costs while retaining the benefits of a fully floating performance brake rotor system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach set includes two 355 mm front friction rings and the necessary replacement mounting hardware. Simply reuse your existing GiroDisc aluminum hats, provided they remain in serviceable condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Corvette owners who regularly participate in track days, autocross, or high-performance driving events, GiroDisc replacement rings provide a practical and economical way to maintain their braking system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2006–2013 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e equipped with GiroDisc A1-117 front brake rotors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2010–2013 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Grand Sport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e equipped with GiroDisc A1-117 front brake rotors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efront axle only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with GiroDisc front rotor assembly part number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA1-117\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires reuse of existing GiroDisc aluminum rotor hats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes NOT fit factory one-piece brake rotors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes NOT fit factory rotor hats or competing aftermarket two-piece rotor hats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes not directly replace factory carbon-ceramic brake rotors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for use with compatible iron-rotor brake pads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExisting GiroDisc hats must be inspected for wear or damage before reuse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional installation and proper brake pad bedding recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(2) GiroDisc Front Replacement Iron Friction Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Floating Rotor Mounting Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminum rotor hats, brake pads, calipers, and complete rotor assemblies are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GiroDisc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e D1-117\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replacement Brake Rotor Friction Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e C6 Corvette Z06 \/ Grand Sport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Years:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2006–2013, Depending on Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake Position:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotor Outer Diameter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 355 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFriction Ring Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GiroDisc Proprietary High-Carbon Cast Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotor Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vented, Two-Piece Floating System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooling Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Curved Internal Ventilation Vanes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Rotor Assembly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GiroDisc A1-117\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Rotor Hats:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Existing GiroDisc Aluminum Hats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Hardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Two Front Friction Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Street Performance \/ Track Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCost-Effective Rotor Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Replace worn iron friction rings while retaining your existing GiroDisc aluminum hats, reducing long-term brake maintenance costs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProprietary High-Carbon Iron Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Manufactured using GiroDisc's specialized cast iron material, engineered for consistent braking performance and durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Internal Cooling Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Curved ventilation vanes promote airflow through the friction rings, helping dissipate heat during repeated heavy braking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully Floating Rotor Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Designed to retain the thermal expansion characteristics of GiroDisc's two-piece floating rotor system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Mounting Hardware Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Supplied with new attachment hardware for installation onto serviceable GiroDisc rotor hats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete Front Axle Replacement Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Includes two replacement rings, allowing both front braking surfaces to be serviced together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Upgrade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe C6 Corvette Z06 and Grand Sport are capable performance platforms, but demanding driving conditions place significant thermal and mechanical loads on the braking system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor owners already running GiroDisc two-piece front brake rotors, replacing worn friction rings is an important part of maintaining consistent braking performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GiroDisc Front Replacement Rotor Ring Set provides a convenient way to restore the braking surfaces while preserving the existing aluminum hats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace Only What Wears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the greatest advantages of a two-piece brake rotor system is its serviceability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConventional one-piece rotors require replacement of the entire assembly when the braking surface becomes excessively worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith GiroDisc's modular construction, the iron friction rings can be replaced independently of the aluminum hats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows owners to retain serviceable components rather than purchasing entirely new rotor assemblies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor track-driven Corvettes that experience frequent brake wear, this can result in meaningful long-term savings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain Consistent Braking Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver time, repeated braking events can wear the rotor surfaces and expose them to significant thermal cycling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacing worn friction rings helps restore the braking surfaces and maintain proper operation of the braking system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiroDisc manufactures its friction rings using proprietary high-carbon cast iron engineered for demanding performance applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen paired with appropriate brake pads and properly maintained components, these rings provide consistent braking characteristics for street and track use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Cooling for Demanding Driving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffective heat management is essential for maintaining braking performance during repeated high-speed deceleration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiroDisc friction rings utilize curved internal ventilation vanes designed to move air through the rotor as it rotates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis airflow helps dissipate heat generated during braking, supporting more consistent thermal performance during demanding driving conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetain the Benefits of Fully Floating Rotors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiroDisc's two-piece rotor assemblies use a floating connection between the iron friction ring and aluminum hat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis design allows the friction ring to expand as temperatures increase without transferring the same degree of thermal stress to the mounting hat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe replacement rings are designed to maintain this functionality when installed with the appropriate GiroDisc hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned Specifically for GiroDisc Rotor Hats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese replacement rings are engineered for the GiroDisc A1-117 front rotor system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are not universal replacement discs and should not be installed on factory rotor hats or other manufacturers' two-piece rotor assemblies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing the correct GiroDisc components ensures proper mounting compatibility and preserves the intended rotor design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore installing new rings, inspect the existing aluminum hats and associated mounting surfaces to confirm they remain suitable for reuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Excellent Maintenance Solution for Track-Driven Corvettes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor C6 Corvette Z06 and Grand Sport owners who regularly participate in road-course events, brake rotor wear is an expected maintenance consideration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiroDisc's replaceable friction ring design simplifies long-term service and allows owners to maintain their existing high-performance braking system without replacing every component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain the braking performance of your C6 Corvette Z06 or Grand Sport with GiroDisc Front Replacement Rotor Rings—featuring proprietary high-carbon iron construction, advanced cooling, fully floating rotor compatibility, 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