Rotor Discussion

Super Werty · 08-08-2014, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

I've used drilled rotors for years and never had an issue with drilled rotors. I have only seen that issue if someone was pulling a heavy load with a diesel truck had drilled rotors. In that case, I would opt for standard rotors and add an exhaust brake.

I've seen it often. Here is a recent one I saw at a local car show on a gt3 rs

ResIpsa · 08-08-2014, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by gbrettin

The Z1 rotors are meaty so it works well as a heat sync and they stay cool due to the cooling veins. They are on the pricey side but they are good value compared to other two piece rotors:
(The DBA rotors are super nice btw.)
akebono brakes 370z sport brake rotors upgrade

Trust me, less rotational mass is a good thing. You can accelerate quicker, stop quicker and turn in feels better. It's a win all the way around... except on price.

Again, if Minsu doesn't care about the additional performance then he should spring for a 1 piece rotor.

I agree with everything you are saying. Reducing rotor weight (i.e. rotational mass) will improve performance. And if money is not an issue they are an absolute no brainer.

And for what it is worth, they really are beautiful pieces!

Read T · 08-08-2014, 07:40 PM

I run Z1's 1 piece slotted rotors. They weight about the same as stock and have super-cool slots in them. No point in buying 2 piece rotors unless you are doing some serious tracking. Stay away from cross drilled rotors.

I've had my Z1s on the track a few times and they do great. They are also cheap.

Why are you replacing your rotors? Unless you're really driving your car spiritedly I think just replacing pads will be fine for you.

Minsu · 08-09-2014, 03:17 AM

I have stuttering while braking from.high speeds

ResIpsa · 08-09-2014, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minsu

I have stuttering while braking from.high speeds

Oh no, the warped rotor debate!

gbrettin · 08-09-2014, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Minsu

I have stuttering while braking from.high speeds

Step 1:
Buy new front pads. Research your needs:
Brake Pad Reviews

Step 2:
a.) Buy your self a new set of rotors.
Need Rotors, Which one is best?
OR
b.) Have a mechanic turn your current rotors if they have a lot of metal left.
Brake Rotor Surfacing?

Step 3:
Have a mechanic install your pads/rotors. I'm not so sure turning wrenches are your strong point.

You may also want to have your brake fluid flushed on your car if it has been 3 years.
brake fluid recommendations

A few resources to get parts from:
Brakes

Brakes

Andrew / Depoint50 is a dealer with plenty of knowledge. Send him a PM.

My spoon feeder just broke so you will need to search from here on out.

Read T · 08-09-2014, 08:14 PM

Troll?

Minsu · 08-26-2014, 10:20 PM

Gbrettin, sorry I lost track of this thread, I forgot to say Thank You for helping me so much, im usually good with it but I completely forgot due to alot of things going on. I think ill go with the Z1 one piece slotted rotors and see if I can get a set of OEM brake pads. I think it will be quicker just to bring everything to the shop and have them replace everything, its my DD and only car so I cant really wait to long. Thanks for all your help, its being put to good use!

Minsu · 08-26-2014, 10:26 PM

Z1 370Z / G37 (Sport) Performance Rotors - Akebono

Im going to get these SLOTTED.
Do i only get the fronts or should i get all four.
Should I just get all four and all OEM brake pads.
Do these even fit on the back wheels?

Super Werty · 08-27-2014, 12:42 AM

There are two different sizes when you buy all four. Larger on the front

Minsu · 08-27-2014, 01:41 AM

so if i just put quantity to 4 would they know to send me two diff sizes?

Super Werty · 08-27-2014, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minsu

so if i just put quantity to 4 would they know to send me two diff sizes?

There's the option to buy all four. Of course they know lol. If you are still confused... Order over the phone

2011 Nismo#91 · 08-27-2014, 09:40 AM

In your spare time read this: Car Bibles : The Brake Bible
For reference it's 180 for 2 front oem rotors.
Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com

Drilled, slotted, or drilled and slotted will have no worth while benefit for street driving. They a number of negatives to them, one being a tendency to wear pads faster and any heat issues would be better resolved from by other methods (better pads, fluids, brake ducts, etc).

gbrettin · 08-27-2014, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minsu

Gbrettin, sorry I lost track of this thread, I forgot to say Thank You for helping me so much, im usually good with it but I completely forgot due to alot of things going on. I think ill go with the Z1 one piece slotted rotors and see if I can get a set of OEM brake pads. I think it will be quicker just to bring everything to the shop and have them replace everything, its my DD and only car so I cant really wait to long. Thanks for all your help, its being put to good use!

No problem. Happy I could help.

And yes, the fronts are very different from the back rotors.

Although... it would be wild to see some front rotors installed on the back and turn up the stopping power.

gbrettin · 08-27-2014, 03:38 PM

For reference, here is what the front and rear rotors look like up close installed:

Front:

Rear:

08-08-2014, 07:40 PM	#18 (permalink)
Read T A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,046 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z BC 6M Rep Power: 18	I run Z1's 1 piece slotted rotors. They weight about the same as stock and have super-cool slots in them. No point in buying 2 piece rotors unless you are doing some serious tracking. Stay away from cross drilled rotors. I've had my Z1s on the track a few times and they do great. They are also cheap. Why are you replacing your rotors? Unless you're really driving your car spiritedly I think just replacing pads will be fine for you. quickboat likes this. __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z Black Cherry Sport Pkg - Daily Driver, , 1960 Morgan +4 fun car, 1986 BMW 325ES, 1998 M3 and 1996 Spec Miata - Race Cars SUPPORT TEAM WINSOME RACING - WRL, CHUMP, LEMONS

08-09-2014, 03:17 AM	#19 (permalink)
Minsu A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,401 Drives: 2013 MidBlue 370Z 6M Rep Power: 24	I have stuttering while braking from.high speeds __________________ I figured, Get High, Take the Test High, Get HIGH Scoes

08-09-2014, 08:14 PM	#22 (permalink)
Read T A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,046 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z BC 6M Rep Power: 18	Troll? __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z Black Cherry Sport Pkg - Daily Driver, , 1960 Morgan +4 fun car, 1986 BMW 325ES, 1998 M3 and 1996 Spec Miata - Race Cars SUPPORT TEAM WINSOME RACING - WRL, CHUMP, LEMONS

08-26-2014, 10:20 PM	#23 (permalink)
Minsu A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,401 Drives: 2013 MidBlue 370Z 6M Rep Power: 24	Gbrettin, sorry I lost track of this thread, I forgot to say Thank You for helping me so much, im usually good with it but I completely forgot due to alot of things going on. I think ill go with the Z1 one piece slotted rotors and see if I can get a set of OEM brake pads. I think it will be quicker just to bring everything to the shop and have them replace everything, its my DD and only car so I cant really wait to long. Thanks for all your help, its being put to good use! __________________ I figured, Get High, Take the Test High, Get HIGH Scoes

08-26-2014, 10:26 PM	#24 (permalink)
Minsu A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,401 Drives: 2013 MidBlue 370Z 6M Rep Power: 24	Z1 370Z / G37 (Sport) Performance Rotors - Akebono Im going to get these SLOTTED. Do i only get the fronts or should i get all four. Should I just get all four and all OEM brake pads. Do these even fit on the back wheels? __________________ I figured, Get High, Take the Test High, Get HIGH Scoes

08-27-2014, 12:42 AM	#25 (permalink)
Super Werty Track Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: AZ Posts: 668 Drives: '13 Sport Rep Power: 13	There are two different sizes when you buy all four. Larger on the front __________________ The Build

08-27-2014, 01:41 AM	#26 (permalink)
Minsu A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,401 Drives: 2013 MidBlue 370Z 6M Rep Power: 24	so if i just put quantity to 4 would they know to send me two diff sizes? __________________ I figured, Get High, Take the Test High, Get HIGH Scoes

08-27-2014, 09:40 AM	#28 (permalink)
2011 Nismo#91 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NJ Posts: 2,400 Drives: slowly Rep Power: 40569	In your spare time read this: Car Bibles : The Brake Bible For reference it's 180 for 2 front oem rotors. Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com Drilled, slotted, or drilled and slotted will have no worth while benefit for street driving. They a number of negatives to them, one being a tendency to wear pads faster and any heat issues would be better resolved from by other methods (better pads, fluids, brake ducts, etc). gbrettin likes this. Last edited by 2011 Nismo#91; 08-27-2014 at 10:10 AM.

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