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Old 10-05-2010, 09:59 PM
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Im gonna need new rotors soon and was wondering which to get. Should i get performance or just get OE replacements. If you say performance then which and why over just OE replacements. If you say OE's, why over Performance?

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Old 10-06-2010, 06:20 AM
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Go for the GT ones, they're about an inch bigger and not that expensive at all. I don't see why you would need powerslots or anything like that just for a DD unless you want the looks.
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Old 10-06-2010, 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by 2005Redfire6
Go for the GT ones, they're about an inch bigger and not that expensive at all. I don't see why you would need powerslots or anything like that just for a DD unless you want the looks.
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I just did this upgrade myself and am very happy with it. The braking is smoother and has a bit more bite on hard braking. The rotors are easy to find online. You'll also need new caliper brackets, or you can get a kit that includes new calipers also.
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Old 10-06-2010, 07:59 AM
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I went with OE style rotors from Wagner. But I upgraded my pads.
This year I've run my car at Gingerman Raceway three times and
ran one SCCA autocross. Had the brakes so hot that smoke was
rolling off the pads. Never had a problem with the rotors.
40,000 miles on them and they look good; even wear and no warping.
This winter I will upgrade to the Hawk HP Plus pads but keep the OE rotors.
Unless you are going to spend a lot of time on the track, upgrading your rotors is unnecessary.
IMO your money would be better spent elsewhere.

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Old 10-06-2010, 02:58 PM
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BEAR Decellerators FTW.
A step up from OEM.
Its a cost wise no brainer.
GT caliper brackets as well.
You need 17" or bigger rims for the GT upgrade...
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Old 10-06-2010, 07:50 PM
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how much did you pay for your baer's? I have 18" rims.
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