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Old 05-07-12, 08:40 PM
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I need to replace my rotors so I'm looking for something a little nicer than stock what do u guys suggest
Old 05-07-12, 08:50 PM
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by nice do you mean cross drilled / slotted ??
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Yup would like to do bbk but doesn't seem worth it to me using that money for a other set of wheels
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Originally Posted by kams229
Yup would like to do bbk but doesn't seem worth it to me using that money for a other set of wheels
What are you trying to get from the change?

Drilled rotors are functionally inferior to blank or slotted ones (but look good)

Slotted are functionally inferior on cars that aren't driven on a track compared to blank ones (but look good)
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Like Kurtz said, depends on what you are going for. Looks or function.
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yeah, dont expect to stop faster. If you're going for looks, do a dimpled and or slotted and try to stay away from drilled.

The dimpling gives the same visual effect and you dont lose the structural integrity of the rotor as well as the steel that acts as a heat sink. This way you can still stomp on the brakes at a track day and not concern yourself with cracking them.

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How are akebono brake pads, im starting to think i need new struts...whats a good aftermarket brand for struts?
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