Brake Rotor questions
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bb4re
86X 22,000 miles
All four rotors...
...are the same.
Mixed reviews here on the drilled and slotted brakes. From what I have heard, there really is no need for anything special on these cars, as they don't heat up that much. Some like the look of the cross drilled rotors if they have wheels that expose them. I am sure you will get some more opinions here.
...are the same.
Mixed reviews here on the drilled and slotted brakes. From what I have heard, there really is no need for anything special on these cars, as they don't heat up that much. Some like the look of the cross drilled rotors if they have wheels that expose them. I am sure you will get some more opinions here.
Greg (in Conn)
Bertone curator - X driver
No performance value...
Strictly pimp factor
imp:
If you have open wheels they do draw your attention... I paired up with CD30s and look nice.
Best quality I have seen are from IAP here >>> http://www.international-auto.com/index.cfm?fa=p&pid=2639&addcar=1
Don't mess with the subpar quality on eBay... those are junk.
You will also notice a dull "swooshing" sound when applying the brakes...at least mine do :huh2:
Strictly pimp factor
imp:If you have open wheels they do draw your attention... I paired up with CD30s and look nice.
Best quality I have seen are from IAP here >>> http://www.international-auto.com/index.cfm?fa=p&pid=2639&addcar=1
Don't mess with the subpar quality on eBay... those are junk.
You will also notice a dull "swooshing" sound when applying the brakes...at least mine do :huh2:
Greg (in Conn)
Bertone curator - X driver
And Bob it keeps going from there...
after the rotors slap some nice red paint on the calipers :grin:
after the rotors slap some nice red paint on the calipers :grin:
racerx
Autoxer
My opinion
for better braking performance ( shorter stops and less heat buildup ) street driving wast of money for autox unnecessary for road racing maybe I don't think Matt from Midwest runs them. over time and hard braking the drilled ones will crack. you would be amazed what changing brake pads alone can do. if your not already switch to Ferodo IAP has the best price at $35 a set .
they seam to last forever too I have had them on my car for 6 years with alot of autox and I'm just now going to need new ones. my rotors are fine I'll have to measure them but I don't think I'll be replacing them.
what wear you hoping for with the drilled rotors?
for better braking performance ( shorter stops and less heat buildup ) street driving wast of money for autox unnecessary for road racing maybe I don't think Matt from Midwest runs them. over time and hard braking the drilled ones will crack. you would be amazed what changing brake pads alone can do. if your not already switch to Ferodo IAP has the best price at $35 a set .
they seam to last forever too I have had them on my car for 6 years with alot of autox and I'm just now going to need new ones. my rotors are fine I'll have to measure them but I don't think I'll be replacing them.
what wear you hoping for with the drilled rotors?
fiatmonkey
Tim Hoover
I agree that Ferodo pads are great, perform well and last pretty well.
Rupunzell
Bernice Loui
Not really needed for a stock X1/9.
Spend your upgrade $$ on teflon / stainless steel braid outer brake lines, better brake pads (we use Hawks on the LeMons racer) and DOT-4+ brake fluid changed often.
Spend your upgrade $$ on teflon / stainless steel braid outer brake lines, better brake pads (we use Hawks on the LeMons racer) and DOT-4+ brake fluid changed often.
1. Is there a difference in front and rear?
2. Are drilled and slotted worth the little extra?
Thanks for the help.......
Black-Tooth
Tony Natoli
Lastly... (the last word???)
My experience has shown the BIGGEST problem with braking on the X1/9 is the tendency to LOCK UP the front wheels.
Why would I want MORE brake up front?
I found the BIGGEST improvement and almost total elimination of the problem is to use a 60 series or better tire, and lower the front end 1 - 2 inches. (Lowering the front improves static weight distribution...)
Other things have been covered basically... but I might ad that good routine maintenance ensuring the calipers SLIDE on their mounts and the rear E-Brake is functioning properly should go without saying...
I've used STOCK rotors and STOCK Ferrado pads with excellent results for over 26 years on my street car... with about 3 changes in 168,000 miles.
My experience has shown the BIGGEST problem with braking on the X1/9 is the tendency to LOCK UP the front wheels.
Why would I want MORE brake up front?
I found the BIGGEST improvement and almost total elimination of the problem is to use a 60 series or better tire, and lower the front end 1 - 2 inches. (Lowering the front improves static weight distribution...)
Other things have been covered basically... but I might ad that good routine maintenance ensuring the calipers SLIDE on their mounts and the rear E-Brake is functioning properly should go without saying...
I've used STOCK rotors and STOCK Ferrado pads with excellent results for over 26 years on my street car... with about 3 changes in 168,000 miles.
How to solve the front brake lockup...
Place two bags of sand up front. Also, brake early and lightly.
Place two bags of sand up front. Also, brake early and lightly.
LOUIS TERESI
74 & 87 X1/9
Its just bling
I opted for the slotted rotors from Chris Obert. Goes very nice with the Cromodora CD31's for the ultimate bling factor. Makes no difference in performance. I have seen cross drilled rotors develop small hair-line cracks surrounding the drilled holes. Seen another cross drilled rotor crack and break away from the cross drilled section on the rotor.
Lou Teresi
74 X1/9
87 X1/9
I opted for the slotted rotors from Chris Obert. Goes very nice with the Cromodora CD31's for the ultimate bling factor. Makes no difference in performance. I have seen cross drilled rotors develop small hair-line cracks surrounding the drilled holes. Seen another cross drilled rotor crack and break away from the cross drilled section on the rotor.
Lou Teresi
74 X1/9
87 X1/9
Chris Obert
autocrosser, X driver
I have the green pads on my autocross car & they work GREAT! Especially cold. http://www.fiatplus.com/ebc-green-stuff-brake-pads-pr-279015.html
But on a street car I wouldn't suggest them.
Greg (in Conn)
Bertone curator - X driver
Yeah I was going to try them also...
the EBC greenstuff I thought would have nice Italian theme going with the red calipers :italia:
then I read these reviews and decided against it and went with the Ferodos :thumbsup:
http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brakecomments_all.jsp?make=EBC&model=Greenstuff brake pads&group=null
I think the ones Matt sell Porterfields are supposed to be Top of the Line with low noise and dust levels but they are not cheap.Those will be the next ones I try out tho ~
the EBC greenstuff I thought would have nice Italian theme going with the red calipers :italia:
then I read these reviews and decided against it and went with the Ferodos :thumbsup:
http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brakecomments_all.jsp?make=EBC&model=Greenstuff brake pads&group=null
I think the ones Matt sell Porterfields are supposed to be Top of the Line with low noise and dust levels but they are not cheap.Those will be the next ones I try out tho ~
Black-Tooth
Tony Natoli
HAHAHA... I remember folks...
... way back when... telling me to do that!
I prefer my method, a little more costly, which is UNLIKE me, but my car hasta carry enough WEIGHT as it is...
... way back when... telling me to do that!
I prefer my method, a little more costly, which is UNLIKE me, but my car hasta carry enough WEIGHT as it is...
