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Old 02-21-2009, 08:01 AM   #1
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Girodisc Slotted 2pc Rotors

http://www.girodisc.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=31_60_343&products_id=904

Who's got these on their car? Feedbacks?

I need those rotors, bad.
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Old 02-21-2009, 05:04 PM   #2
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Those look very nice, but are A LOT of money. It would depend on how much the rotor blanks are for replacement. Because if the discs alone are not expensive then 2-piece rotors are good, but maybe overkill for the street.

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Old 02-21-2009, 06:22 PM   #3
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Am I reading this right? You have to get new calipers too, because the rotors are thicker, or are the calipers just pushed out further in position?
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You don't need new calipers just a spacer to fit the caliper away from the spindle more. You don't need these rotors.... just another ricer trick to lighten your wallet or empower you with bragging rights.
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Old 02-22-2009, 08:56 AM   #5
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You don't need new calipers just a spacer to fit the caliper away from the spindle more. You don't need these rotors.... just another ricer trick to lighten your wallet or empower you with bragging rights.
Ah, ok thanks. Who looks so close that they even see the brake rotors on the car anyway? I think their selling point is less unsprung weight than stock brakes, longer rotor disc life, and better stopping power. They look pretty, but I think I'll pass.
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Old 02-22-2009, 06:46 PM   #6
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If these rotors are made properly, and if they are of good quality, then the 2-piece construction should be beneficial on a track car. They are totally unnecessary on a street-driven car, though.
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