05-19-2006, 03:54 PM
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We anticipated this confusion and described in detail on our website what the differences are regarding the different rotors, including the differences between Zimmerman and OEM
http://www.epiqautosport.com/mode/products/prid/221/1140
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05-19-2006, 04:56 PM
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Can anyone tell exactly what the differences are between the Zimmerman rotors and OEM rotors. If I were not to track the car would I notice a difference? How long do the Zimmerman rotors last compared to the OEM?
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05-19-2006, 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by blinkwatt
Can anyone tell exactly what the differences are between the Zimmerman rotors and OEM rotors. If I were not to track the car would I notice a difference? How long do the Zimmerman rotors last compared to the OEM?
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As we describe on our site, the Zimmerman rotors essentially ARE the OEM but the OEM rotors have a painted hat. That and about $25.
http://www.epiqautosport.com/mode/products/prid/221/1140
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2005 Boxster S - Atlas Grey/Black, PASM, Sport Chrono, Bose
2006 Infiniti M35 Sport
2007 Cadillac Escalade (tow vehicle with bling)
'00 Boxster - 2.7l w/FVD ECU tuning, Moton double adjustable suspension, custom stainless headers, lightweight flywheel, dual Magnaflow mufflers, 18" CCR wheels, 911 front brakes in front, Boxster front brakes in rear, full welded cage.
http://www.epiqautosport.com/images/epiqtoddavatar2.jpg
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05-19-2006, 10:04 PM
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Thank you for explaining this to me. I will have to keep you mind when I plan on doing my rotors in the next year or so.
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05-19-2006, 10:56 PM
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Originally Posted by EPIQTodd
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What is the source/proof of this statement???
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05-20-2006, 10:46 AM
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Hi,
Zimmerman is the OEM Supplier to Porsche, but it is my understanding that the ones on the Aftermarket are not the same as those supplied to Porsche and the difference goes deeper than just a painted Hat. There have been some reports of issues with the Aftermarket discs, how definite these are I don't know...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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05-20-2006, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by clubhead
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I just read the post you referenced. It seems that there is a difference of opinion on the Zimmerman issue.
Lets let Todd address thsi before we attack, shall we?
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05-20-2006, 11:06 AM
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"Zimmermann rotors are similar to genuine Porsche and do have the drilled holes. They are an option for the front rotors only.
The main difference between genuine Porsche and Zimmermann is that the Porsche parts have painted hats for corrosion protection. In order to get similar protection, you will have to paint the hats on the Zimmermann rotors yourself."
From Todd's site.
Note the reference to "similar", not identical.
I see nowhere on his site that he states that these rotors come from Porsche nor are they making them FOR Porsche.
Am I missing something here?
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05-20-2006, 03:56 PM
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Guys - Bruce Lee is correct, we have on the site 'similar', not 'the same' - in the post above, I said 'essentially the same' (same size, design, construction, hole pattern, etc.), but again, not 'exactly' as in the same as the OEM. We have been told that Zimmerman is the supplier for Porsche rotors, and have also been told that they are not - Porsche apparently is not crystal clear about this information, as I would imagine since they like branding everything themselves to retain a higher profit margin, they don't want everybody to know what the manufacturer is and go around them.
Brake pads are made by a number of manufacturers, so my assumption is that Zimmerman may make SOME of the rotors, but not all, for Porsche. If you want true OEM, we and most places sell them and should be listed as such just as we do.
I'm not sure how it turned into an attack on us, as we didn't sell the rotors listed as OEM that are not, but I guess that's how the thread turns...
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2005 Boxster S - Atlas Grey/Black, PASM, Sport Chrono, Bose
2006 Infiniti M35 Sport
2007 Cadillac Escalade (tow vehicle with bling)
'00 Boxster - 2.7l w/FVD ECU tuning, Moton double adjustable suspension, custom stainless headers, lightweight flywheel, dual Magnaflow mufflers, 18" CCR wheels, 911 front brakes in front, Boxster front brakes in rear, full welded cage.
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05-19-2006, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by EPIQTodd
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I just read your site materials. Seemed perfectly clear to me that you are selling Zimmerman rotors, not OEM Porsche rotors.
Nice job!
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