Brake rotor difference?
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From: tyler tx
Brake rotor difference?
I've been looking at some brake rotors and some say that they are not for the Z51. What's the difference and how do I know if they WILL fit Z51? I have a '97. Thanks, Dale
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You can paint them. I suggest high temperature rustoleum.
If you get drilled and slotted, it is best if they are zinc plated.
Try:
http://brakeperformance.com/site/index.php?ad=direct
If you get drilled and slotted, it is best if they are zinc plated.
Try:
http://brakeperformance.com/site/index.php?ad=direct
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You can paint them. I suggest high temperature rustoleum.
If you get drilled and slotted, it is best if they are zinc plated.
Try:
http://brakeperformance.com/site/index.php?ad=direct
If you get drilled and slotted, it is best if they are zinc plated.
Try:
http://brakeperformance.com/site/index.php?ad=direct
Thanks...
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I've been running Brakeperformance dimpled/slotted, zinc plated rotors for almost two years now, no problems, and they still look good. 
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Drilled rotors are like rear wings - look good to some but are for the most part, not functional. Slotted rotors, on the other hand will eliminate the dreaded pulsating brake pedal syndrome when running OEM pads. They also keep the pads parallel and fresh at all times.
PowerSlot rotors are cad-plated, not merely zinc-washed. The cad plating is much more durable and will most likely last as long as your car does. I went all-out and bought the cryo PowerSlots and I fully expect to never have to touch them again.
PowerSlot rotors are cad-plated, not merely zinc-washed. The cad plating is much more durable and will most likely last as long as your car does. I went all-out and bought the cryo PowerSlots and I fully expect to never have to touch them again.
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Brake rotors are consumable items.
the OEM ( style) rotors should last the life time of the car, if used under normal street minimum spirited driving.
the OEM ( style) rotors should last the life time of the car, if used under normal street minimum spirited driving.
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Has anyone tried these? Seems like an inexpensive solution, for someone who simply wants brakes (not hi-perf/racing application). What do you guys think -
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWAX:IT
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I wish that were the case with my car. After only 6000 miles, the dealership had to turn the rotors. After another 6000 miles, there was not enough "meat" left. I guess I could have bought different pads, but because I really liked the OEMs, I decided that blank rotors were the culprits. After having slotted-only rotors for many years now, I am glad I went that route. They are bulletproof!
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Has anyone tried these? Seems like an inexpensive solution, for someone who simply wants brakes (not hi-perf/racing application). What do you guys think -
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWAX:IT
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The Baer Decelarotor is a cross drilled and slotted direct replacement for factory. No mod's needed. Would recommend changing to ceramic pads to eliminate the dust. Also please note that the wheel cleaners sold by the major car care guys will mess up any after market rotor.
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The Baer Decelarotor is a cross drilled and slotted direct replacement for factory. No mod's needed. Would recommend changing to ceramic pads to eliminate the dust. Also please note that the wheel cleaners sold by the major car care guys will mess up any after market rotor.
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Turn blank rotors ? Something else was wrong to wear down a blank rotor.
Slotted rotors scrap the brake pads to keep them clean, which is ok.
Blank sided rotors have the most braking surface to stop your car.
Slotted rotors scrap the brake pads to keep them clean, which is ok.
Blank sided rotors have the most braking surface to stop your car.
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It wasn't wear, really. It was the dang uneven pad deposits that caused the pulsations. Yes, you can slam on the brakes to try to get rid of the deposits, but they quickly return. With slotted rotors, this is never an issue. Remember, the Cadillac CTS-V and Dodge Viper ACR come from the factory with slotted-only rotors.
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It wasn't wear, really. It was the dang uneven pad deposits that caused the pulsations. Yes, you can slam on the brakes to try to get rid of the deposits, but they quickly return. With slotted rotors, this is never an issue. Remember, the Cadillac CTS-V and Dodge Viper ACR come from the factory with slotted-only rotors.
Uneven pad deposition many times are do the the wrong type of brake pad and improper brake pad / brake rotor bedding in or seasoning process.
Slotted rotors do clean off the brake pads, but also decrease brake pad life.
Brake pads and rotors again are consumable items and need to be replaced from time to time
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