Rotora Brake Upgrades(BBK, Rotors, Pads, & SS Lines) for 07+ Sedans and Coupe

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Jose3.5
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I wish I had the money to buy a BBK but I think getting the rotors will be good for now. Chino isn't too far from me, is it possible to go and buy them directly from them?


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Sorry just to be clear. You can directly replace the stock rotors without any modification to the stock calipers? I thought cuz they are thicker then the stock rotors you would need to do some other modification. I just got my new wheels and the stock rotors look weak and I just got my tax return so I really want to do the swap out. Sorry if im making you repaet youself. Spanks.

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Jose3.5 wrote:I wish I had the money to buy a BBK but I think getting the rotors will be good for now. Chino isn't too far from me, is it possible to go and buy them directly from them?
I believe they don't sell to the public, you would need to go with an authorized Rotora dealer. Call them, they would gladly refer you to a local dealer.
dimitrinassis001 wrote:Sorry just to be clear. You can directly replace the stock rotors without any modification to the stock calipers? I thought cuz they are thicker then the stock rotors you would need to do some other modification. I just got my new wheels and the stock rotors look weak and I just got my tax return so I really want to do the swap out. Sorry if im making you repaet youself. Spanks.
Correct, they are direct replacement. If you have any questions, call or email Rotora. The number or email is in the third post.

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Ok, thanks. I'll go ahead and email them.

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Correct me if I'm missing something here but weren't these meant to be cheaper than AP Racing?

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I would choose Rotora over AP any day

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why? AP is meant to be TRACK ready. Rotora is meant to be street ready and it costs more?

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3ugene wrote:Correct me if I'm missing something here but weren't these meant to be cheaper than AP Racing?
3ugene wrote:why? AP is meant to be TRACK ready. Rotora is meant to be street ready and it costs more?
Not entirely true. You have a lot more to research.

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I guess so. So why is Rotora more expensive than AP racing?

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3ugene wrote:I guess so. So why is Rotora more expensive than AP racing?
Its very late for me and I am tired. I don't like giving out information as I get no benefit out of it. I don't know what AP Racing has to offer. So it is hard to say. Just remember the price on here is the MSRP. Find out what the prices are from an authorized Rotora dealer. Also take into consideration that Rotora is a 2 piece rotor and not a 1 piece rotor. That can make the price go up by a good amount. Just do your research.


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3ugene wrote:why? AP is meant to be TRACK ready. Rotora is meant to be street ready and it costs more?
Yea, its so track ready that I never seen a track car with AP racing BBK on them. I've seen Brembos, Rotora, Stoptech, Wilwood, Project Mu, etc etc. Its all about quality, and why would you want a track ready BBK on your sedan? Planning to track a grocery getter?

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hamandbacon wrote:Yea, its so track ready that I never seen a track car with AP racing BBK on them. I've seen Brembos, Rotora, Stoptech, Wilwood, Project Mu, etc etc. Its all about quality, and why would you want a track ready BBK on your sedan? Planning to track a grocery getter?
AP Racing actually has a good reputation in track. Though the ones that are made for the Altima's are most likely on the lower end of the spectrum due to its price. Wilwood BBK is not track proven.

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Brembo acquired AP Racing... So yeah. Can't go wrong with AP. Rotora has always been linked to drifting in my mind. I heard the calipers are lower profile to fit more wheels as well.

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Anyone have any info on Stillen's BBK for our cars?

I believe it is under 1200 for front option only

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EzeebMOS3 wrote:Anyone have any info on Stillen's BBK for our cars?

I believe it is under 1200 for front option only
Next time create your own thread.

If that is your price range, you mine as well get the Akebono BBK.

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Im not too familiar with brakes but I'm very interested in the look and feel of the BBK upgrade. what would be the best thing to do if i want to upgrade my brakes with the big brakes in the front with the nice brake calipers and nice looking brakes in the back.

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Also, what's better, Cross drilled or slotted? what's the difference?

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duffman8189 wrote:Also, what's better, Cross drilled or slotted? what's the difference?
Yeah i want to know the answer to this?

Why does it say Cross drilled and slotted are better for daily driving, but just slotted are better for the track?

Crossed drilled and slotted are more expensive?

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Many many discussions about this subject online. Slotted over cross drilled. Cross drilled is known for its looks and/or can add extra bite.

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would 17" rims fit if i went for the 4 piston calipers?

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wade001 wrote:would 17" rims fit if i went for the 4 piston calipers?
If I remember correctly, 18's were the smallest on my 4 piston. Contact Rotora to double check!

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thanks, will do

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saving post.

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Loop wrote:MSRP PRICES

Big Brake Kit6 Piston Front BBK: $2,695.00 USD4 Piston Front/Rear BBK: $1,995.00 USD

Basic OEM DiscFront: $92.00 USDRear: $62.00 USD

Slotted DiscFront: $132.00 USDRear: $88.00 USD

Drilled & Slotted DiscFront: $152.00 USDRear: $108.00 USD

Brake Pad(H2)Front: $99.00 USDRear $71.00 USD
That's for a PAIR or EACH?

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Prices are each, except the big brake kits, which is a pair.

The slotted/drilled rotors prices increased a little. They are now $172.00 front each, and $128.00 rear each. The other rotors remained the same price.

The h2 ceramic brake pad prices increased for the rear only. They are now $80.00 per axle set(Left and Right).

These are Rotora MSRP. Call or email Rotora for an authorized Rotora dealer. From there, find the best possible pricing from other Rotora dealers.

You can contact Noel, he is in charge with sales. His email is noel @ rotora.com . No space between the @ just preventing spams to him.


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