Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2005 18:44:48 +1000 From: ShazWozza <shaz_wozzanospamentspring.com> Subject: Re: Brake Rotors
Malcolm William Mason wrote: > I have been told that replacing the original rotors with slotted or > perforated rotors will result in cooler rotors, less warping, if any, > and reduced wear of the pads. > > Is any of this true? > > Can someone give me a solid answer (pun not intended) ? > > Is it worthwhile changing the rotors? > > And, oh yes, I was told that just changing the front rotors is about 65 > % of the effect. > Your car's OE brakes are very good. Avoid drilled rotors, they often develop cracks around the stress risers. Slotted make a difference, but unless you are racing or running your brakes very hot continously there isn't much point to it.