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Old 01-20-2004, 02:05 PM
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Default upgrade brake rotors

I have done a little searching but haven't found a definative answer about what are the best replacement brake rotors out there without going larger diameter. I have seen the zimmerman, ATE, and ECS tuning. What have you used and what do you like and why?
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OEM solid. nothing wrong with them, even for upgraded street pads.
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Default Had ATE powerslot on my 95 jetta and they were great, probably good for a4 too.

I wouldn't get to crazy if you're keeping oem sized rotors.
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Default drilled or slotted

is there a performance advantege to going with slotted or drilled?
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I think that really depends on who makes the rotor and how you drive your car.
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you can get nice solid brembo rotors from tire rack at very reasonable prices.
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