997 Carrera S replacement rotors
#1
997 Carrera S replacement rotors
Hi All,
I've managed to warp my rotors at a track day recently and before I head out and pick up OEM replacements I'm wondering if anyone has some better advise?
I use the car as my daily drive with only a track day every 1-2 months so there's no point in getting too serious.
Thoughts?
Many thanks
I've managed to warp my rotors at a track day recently and before I head out and pick up OEM replacements I'm wondering if anyone has some better advise?
I use the car as my daily drive with only a track day every 1-2 months so there's no point in getting too serious.
Thoughts?
Many thanks
#2
Are you sure they've warped? The same thing happened to me and I was told it's very hard to warp these discs, and it was most likely dirt on one of the pads. The 'dirt' came off the pad and my braking returned to normal. You could give it a few hard stops to see if you wear anything off the pads, or replace the pads first before the discs (assuming you've life left on them).
#3
If you end up looking for replacements, I like the dba 2-piece slotted versions (disc brakes australia). Have them on my wife's car. The slots mean you always have fresh pad material contacting the rotor, they help prevent glazing, and the 2-piece design reduces unsprung weight a little and means for future replacements, you just replace the disc itself and don't need to rebuy the had, which makes it a little less expensive.
#5
If you're anticipating further track days, I would recommend not using the OEM drilled rotors. You'll find a number of posts on the subject, discussing the cracking issues. I've had good experiences with Sebro slotted, and friends have used Zimmerman rotors without problems.
#6
Hi All,
I've managed to warp my rotors at a track day recently and before I head out and pick up OEM replacements I'm wondering if anyone has some better advise?
I use the car as my daily drive with only a track day every 1-2 months so there's no point in getting too serious.
Thoughts?
Many thanks
I've managed to warp my rotors at a track day recently and before I head out and pick up OEM replacements I'm wondering if anyone has some better advise?
I use the car as my daily drive with only a track day every 1-2 months so there's no point in getting too serious.
Thoughts?
Many thanks
Also, I agree that it is very hard to warp them. Drive on the street a few days and see if the issue corrects itself.
Lastly, all rotors are going to crack. There is really no downside to OEM - it's just a chunk of metal...
-td
#7
Also check to make sure the internal vanes point to the rear of the car while rotating in the direction of forward motion. It creates a low pressure zone inside the rotors sucking heat out.
When I bought my car a few years ago the front L&R rotors were swapped and the front calipers were a nice off red color from overheating on the track. Obviously the prior owner didn't know the difference.
When I bought my car a few years ago the front L&R rotors were swapped and the front calipers were a nice off red color from overheating on the track. Obviously the prior owner didn't know the difference.
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#8
Hi All,
I've managed to warp my rotors at a track day recently and before I head out and pick up OEM replacements I'm wondering if anyone has some better advise?
I use the car as my daily drive with only a track day every 1-2 months so there's no point in getting too serious.
Thoughts?
Many thanks
I've managed to warp my rotors at a track day recently and before I head out and pick up OEM replacements I'm wondering if anyone has some better advise?
I use the car as my daily drive with only a track day every 1-2 months so there's no point in getting too serious.
Thoughts?
Many thanks
But, my recommendation is to buy ATE rotors from FCP Euro. They are $85/ piece and have a lifetime warranty including wear. It costs about $25/rotor to ship back.
#11
#12
https://www.fcpeuro.com/page/lifetime-guarantee
"Every auto part you buy from FCP Euro is guaranteed for life, for as long as you own the vehicle. Our Lifetime Replacement Guarantee covers everything we sell, including wear-and-tear items like brake pads, gaskets, brake rotors, filters, and wiper blades!"
I've yet to use it yet, and I'm still skeptical, but I've ordered a couple "consumables" from them as they were an otherwise fair price, irrespective of the warranty.
"Every auto part you buy from FCP Euro is guaranteed for life, for as long as you own the vehicle. Our Lifetime Replacement Guarantee covers everything we sell, including wear-and-tear items like brake pads, gaskets, brake rotors, filters, and wiper blades!"
I've yet to use it yet, and I'm still skeptical, but I've ordered a couple "consumables" from them as they were an otherwise fair price, irrespective of the warranty.
#13
@3Series: Getting the ATE Rotors from FCP Euro is a great idea! If they warp or crack on track, ask for new ones! I was planning to get some Sebro Slotted rottors but maybe I will go down this route instead.
Last edited by Shred; 11-21-2017 at 11:14 AM.
#15
https://www.fcpeuro.com/page/lifetime-guarantee
"Every auto part you buy from FCP Euro is guaranteed for life, for as long as you own the vehicle. Our Lifetime Replacement Guarantee covers everything we sell, including wear-and-tear items like brake pads, gaskets, brake rotors, filters, and wiper blades!"
I've yet to use it yet, and I'm still skeptical, but I've ordered a couple "consumables" from them as they were an otherwise fair price, irrespective of the warranty.
"Every auto part you buy from FCP Euro is guaranteed for life, for as long as you own the vehicle. Our Lifetime Replacement Guarantee covers everything we sell, including wear-and-tear items like brake pads, gaskets, brake rotors, filters, and wiper blades!"
I've yet to use it yet, and I'm still skeptical, but I've ordered a couple "consumables" from them as they were an otherwise fair price, irrespective of the warranty.
i was looking on the item page and that wasn't stated in the warranty listed, but great find.... that is insane. Educated guess says they are speculating that most will not take them up on the offer. Because to the informed, that's the cost of return shipping for a lifetime's worth of rotors. That's incredible. Crap.. why did I go Girodisc?