re:Subject: RE: drilled/slotted rotors

From: akm (akm@cinenet.net)
Date: Tue Jun 22 1999 - 16:57:34 EDT


This is just MHO base on open track/road race experience and opinions of
other road racers.

Please don't buy drilled or slotted rotors. They will make your existing
problems worst. Drilled rotors are more prone to cracking, especially if
they are just ordinary rotors that are drilled. Drilling does not help it
run cooler. That's the function of the vanes. I have to admitt they look
cool though.

If your rotors are warped it's probably due to overtightening of lug nuts or
overheating. Causes for overheating, if you're not over taxing the brakes,
maybe due to the piston(s) not releasing all the way causing the brakes to
drag. or the caliper is bend/defective causing uneven pressure to the pads.
Look at the pads and see if the lining is wearing evenly. Good luck.

AKM
'98 Dakota R/T
'89 Mustang GT (347,Vortech S-trim, intercooler, Griggs GR-40, ...)



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