Brakes and Rotors

[rxm6]

Hey guys, its about that time to replace my pads and I've been noticing a little vibration on braking, so I think I ought to replace the rotors as well. I'd like to keep my OEM size rotors and calipers and I don't want to make the big brake conversion. I've looked around at a few places (Cattman, Stillen) and all they have are the big brake conversions. Then I looked around at some brake places and found OEM size rotors going for about $88 a piece. Then I took a look at trusty ol' ebay and found a set of Suzuka rotors and semi-metallic pads for $140. Are they poorly manufactured? Is that why they are so cheap? What do you guys recommend? I think I'd like to have cross-drilled rotors, but not vented. Also, semi-metallic pads were recommended to me, but what's your opinion on pads?

[Fezzik]

For me rotors are rotors. Not going to be much of a difference IMO from my experience with the different rotors i had. I currently have some that are slotted. I like em. Now on brake pads. I'd suggest Hawk HPS pads. I'll have to look up the name of the rotors i have. I am being forgetfull right now cause i've only gotten an hour of sleep last night. I'll reply back with the brand.

[jltibbs]

the powerslot/hawk combo is a great choice. a buddy of mine just recently went with brembo drilled rotors and hawks and he likes that setup. might i also add that upgrading the brake hoses to russell steel braided brake lines makes a tremendous difference in stopping power. don't be cheap when looking for replacement products. just get what works best for you and find the best deal you can on them.

[brianw]

The cheapest made-in-China rotors generally are junk, but if you're not track racing the car then don't worry about it. Most major enthusiast sites have at least one vendor running a constant group deal for Brembo blanks, pick up a set of those cheap.