Is it worth it. slotted and x-drilled. anyone
Is it worth it. slotted and x-drilled. anyone
thinking about upgrading my stock rotors to slotted and drilled for a nice look since the stock brakes are a decent size. Has anyone done this or can recommened if its worth it?
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I'm thinkin' about doing this as well.... I'm not ready to spend $4-7K on BBK just yet....
What rotors to people here recommend?
How about these:
http://performancenissanparts.com/ca...7f28a601a0d8f3
http://performancenissanparts.com/ca...7f28a601a0d8f3
What rotors to people here recommend?
How about these:
http://performancenissanparts.com/ca...7f28a601a0d8f3
http://performancenissanparts.com/ca...7f28a601a0d8f3
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I am waiting on delivery of the eqivalent of this: http://performancenissanparts.com/ca...oducts_id=1363 from my local tuner. I also have a Stillen brake master cylinder stiffener that will be installed once the 2 piece rotors come in with the rest of the package. This is on a 03 G35C with the OEM brembo brakes. I just hit 40k miles on my stock rotors and figured it was time to replace them.
Once done I will post some pics and impressions. I went with this kit to get the 2-piece rotors for weight savings and think it could be done for MUCH less with good 1 piece rotors. I also think these rotors are great for daily driving and occasional track days. I went slotted because I plan on tracking the car and don't want the risk of breaking or warping a drilled rotor at the track.
Once done I will post some pics and impressions. I went with this kit to get the 2-piece rotors for weight savings and think it could be done for MUCH less with good 1 piece rotors. I also think these rotors are great for daily driving and occasional track days. I went slotted because I plan on tracking the car and don't want the risk of breaking or warping a drilled rotor at the track.
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i installed the following :
stoptech 1pc slotted rotors
stoptech braided steel brake lines
axis ultimate brake pads
motul rbf 600 fluid
the following is all my opinion from my own research and experience:
1. slotted vs xdrilled vs plain makes no difference on the street in casual driving.
2. slotted vs xdrilled: both help keep the pads clear of debris, allow gases to escape, etc.. but these benefits are only significant when the brakes are seeing more than casual use. ALL ROTORS CRACK so before you ask, slotted is recommended if you track the car. on the street, even for agressive drivnig, either should be fine.
3. if your aim is better pedal feel on the street, you can get that by using ss lines and pads with better bite. note that with better bite comes more dust. for example, i went from stock to hawk. i found hawks dusted less/in a lighter color but had less initial bite, particularly 'cold'. i then switched to axis ultimates and like them more. i havent really noticed a lot of dust yet, but im willing to accept more anyway. we'll see how it goes.
4. if your aim is reduced unsprung/rotational weight and/or improved heat capacity (to maintain braking performance after driving hard for a while), you'll need two piece rotors. these allow the rotor to expand when they get hotter without warping. most also use a different vane technique to pump air out better than stock (pillar). but because they're two pieces and the center part is made of a lighter material like aluminum, they weigh less, which slightly improves suspension/brake response and acceleration.
having said all of that, look at your budget and goals and proceed from there. there is no track where i live and i didnt see the benefits to spending $2k, so I made the decisision I did, without precluding me from upgrading in the future should i find the need. so far, I'm very satisfied.
-edit- one more thing- double check what mods are available for your car as i have a 04/6mt (brembo) and your components are different...
stoptech 1pc slotted rotors
stoptech braided steel brake lines
axis ultimate brake pads
motul rbf 600 fluid
the following is all my opinion from my own research and experience:
1. slotted vs xdrilled vs plain makes no difference on the street in casual driving.
2. slotted vs xdrilled: both help keep the pads clear of debris, allow gases to escape, etc.. but these benefits are only significant when the brakes are seeing more than casual use. ALL ROTORS CRACK so before you ask, slotted is recommended if you track the car. on the street, even for agressive drivnig, either should be fine.
3. if your aim is better pedal feel on the street, you can get that by using ss lines and pads with better bite. note that with better bite comes more dust. for example, i went from stock to hawk. i found hawks dusted less/in a lighter color but had less initial bite, particularly 'cold'. i then switched to axis ultimates and like them more. i havent really noticed a lot of dust yet, but im willing to accept more anyway. we'll see how it goes.
4. if your aim is reduced unsprung/rotational weight and/or improved heat capacity (to maintain braking performance after driving hard for a while), you'll need two piece rotors. these allow the rotor to expand when they get hotter without warping. most also use a different vane technique to pump air out better than stock (pillar). but because they're two pieces and the center part is made of a lighter material like aluminum, they weigh less, which slightly improves suspension/brake response and acceleration.
having said all of that, look at your budget and goals and proceed from there. there is no track where i live and i didnt see the benefits to spending $2k, so I made the decisision I did, without precluding me from upgrading in the future should i find the need. so far, I'm very satisfied.
-edit- one more thing- double check what mods are available for your car as i have a 04/6mt (brembo) and your components are different...
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Originally Posted by e420x
I believe that there are three braking systems nissan has used:
03-05 350Z OEM
03-04 G35C/S OEM
03-04 G35C Brembo
03- 350Z Brembo
05- G35C/S OEM
06- 350Z OEM
AFAIK these three sets are incompatible as far as rotors, calipers, and pads go.
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