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01-07-2014, 03:32 PM | #1 |
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Wonder if these have another day in them? (rotors)
I'm fairly close to convincing the boss that I "need" a BBK, so don't want to make the investment fo $800+ for front rotors right now. Now the BBK may happen before my next track day anyway (March 29-30), but in case it doesn't. I'm wondering if these would be ok to run. They're micro-cracks, but noticing that they're starting to span from hole to hole.
P.S - I know there's threads on here about this, but don't want to hijack others. Any input is appreciated. Click for Full Res Click for Full Res Click for Full Res Click for Full Res Thanks for looking
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General rule of thumb is if you can catch one of the cracks with a fingernail, it's probably not safe to run.
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They look fine to me and that's why you don't run drilled rotors on the track, they always crack around the holes in a relatively short time and both responses above are correct from what I've heard.
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01-07-2014, 07:27 PM | #5 |
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In those pics they appear okay to run. The two rules above both apply. Also no chunks or missing material - or other obvious issues and of course, they need to be within spec (are they?).
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01-07-2014, 07:59 PM | #6 |
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I would say no. There's a crack in the 3rd pic that runs to the edge...that would be no good.
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In the pics, I see quite a few cracks extending from one hole to another and a few extending to the inner edge. The worst cracks are the ones that extend to the outer edge, which I don't see in the pictures. Using them one more time would be on borrowed time and taking chances. Examine them closely and if you do find cracks that extend to the outer edge of the disc, I would definitely recommend not using the rotors any further. On a side note, the disc wear does not look very nice (circumferential ridges and grooves). What pads are you using? |
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Either/Or. Of course, if you don't have drilled rotors you need a rule of thumb and that's the first one. If you have drilled rotors, both apply. There is a third test, the "float test". Toss these rotors into a body of water. If they float, you can use them. My two decades of experience on track in HPDE's, instructing, and racing say these rotors are toast. Toss them in the recycle bin. Oh, you don't need a BBK. Sorry. Get some PFC direct drive rotors and pair them with PFC pads (Z-rated for street, '08s for HPDE). Extra cooling won't hurt you... FWIW, I ran my E46M3 at Spring Mountain in a somewhat spirited manner (USC and others can confirm) with DD rotors and PFC '06 pads. 0.001" of wear on each rotor. The track isn't the easiest on rotors (easier than Laguna, but much harder than BW, WS, or Chuckwalla imho). Cool weather helped. No braking drama at all. I have less than 0.050" of wear left on the rotors. No cracks.
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Thanks for the input. --------------------- Thanks to all for the feedback, looks like I'll be replacing them one way or another.
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I replaced mine long before they looked like that...for me, if it is enough to worry about, it is enough to change. I don't want to spoil my fun by worrying about my rotors as I hit my braking point at 125mph on the front straight...
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Absolutely, the only reason I brought it up it's difficult to dish out $1k for rotors, if BBK may come after. Hoping I have a decision soon, on either direction, but you're absolutely right. If I even have to ask, then they should be coming out regardless.
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thats what the rotors you sold me look like.....just kidding i dont think they look bad but mentally you have kind of screwed your self as next time you track you will in the back of your head be wondering if your brakes are ok so it might be a good idead to change them....you never want to second guess things when your on the track...just my 2 cents
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Yandy was taking care of some personal stuff, home refi things like that. But done with that for now, ready to play
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People love to tell other people that they don't need a BBK. So,hey, we really don't NEED an M3 either...
Just get an ST-60 for the front and be done with it. You want it and you're tracking a fair amount on the hot S.Fla. tracks. I wouldn't spend the money on the PFC DDs and then turn around and finally get the BBK. Just do it, you'll be glad you did.
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I just need something between now and when the BBK finally comes in. Thanks for your feedback.
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I see connecting cracks. That's the point where they are clearly toast. Get new rotors, or rather than spend that money, just get a BBK and call it a day. When you get your BBK get solid (or slotted) rotors. Drilled rotors are (as you see here) not ideal.
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