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Old Nov 22, 2011 | 08:00 AM
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First off, I know I don't need these brakes but I want them and any help is appreciated. I was looking at Baer brakes and came across a variety of them and need to know what makes each of them different. I was really just looking at these and these . Also, does having your brakes drilled and slotted make them more likely to crack then having them be one or the other? And most importantly, will they fit my wheels? How does Baer compare to Powerslot?

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Old Nov 22, 2011 | 02:38 PM
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I'm not sure what wheels you have but I have the kit listed in my sig and I needed aftermarket wheels for a proper fit. If you track your car at all DON'T get drilled rotors, I went through 3 sets in a little over a year
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 07:35 AM
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I've narrowed it down between these two.

http://www.cjponyparts.com/baer-brak...5-2012/p/BR38/

http://www.americanmuscle.com/2005-2...ors-front.html

Which ones will last the longest and perform the best? I don't track my car either. Also, where can I get a GT brake bracket?

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Old Nov 23, 2011 | 01:17 PM
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Oh you're not doing your calipers? In that case you shouldn't need anything extra and the rotors will be direct replacements. As of now I have had terrible luck with Baer so I may have to recommend the other brand. ( I do heavily abuse my rotors so Baer may work just fine for you)
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 01:56 PM
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take a look at www.r1concepts.com they make a very good rotor and good prices
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 06:15 PM
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So would these be good? Or you can take a look at this page and recommend a front pair. Should I go just drilled or slotted or get a pair with both?

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Old Nov 23, 2011 | 07:53 PM
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those are the same ones I have in the rears
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 08:19 PM
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How do you like them? How are they wearing/holding up?
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Warpig12354
How do you like them? How are they wearing/holding up?
I have had them for 4yrs and they are holding up pretty well, I have the old style so I will probaly upgrade my rears to this new style, they are much nicer then my old set, my fronts are Stoptech 15" rotors, I hope this helps. if you do upgrade I would recommend stainless steel lines
Old Nov 24, 2011 | 07:21 AM
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Thanks for your help.

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