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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 08:45 AM
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Default 800$ extra worth it to get Stoptech stage 2 aerorotors?

For an extra of +- 800$ you get the aerorotors instead of the 'normal' rotors when purchasing a Stoptech Stage 2 OEM upgrade.
Just wondering whether the extra $ is worth it or is going with the normal stage 2 more than sufficient for heavy daily driving, occasional track day (twice a year)?

I guess it's better to spend some more money anyway on good brake pads, rather than going with the Ultimates....
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 09:11 AM
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I personally bought the drilled 2 piece aero rotors for looks alone, {if your into that}. They function well and look wonderful behind the wheels. No regrets spending a little xrta.
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Mathys
For an extra of +- 800$ you get the aerorotors instead of the 'normal' rotors when purchasing a Stoptech Stage 2 OEM upgrade.
Just wondering whether the extra $ is worth it or is going with the normal stage 2 more than sufficient for heavy daily driving, occasional track day (twice a year)?

I guess it's better to spend some more money anyway on good brake pads, rather than going with the Ultimates....
If you have brembos (probably you do, if you have a euro Z) then I don't know the answer.
If you don't have brembos I would not add another 800$ and rather get larger brake setup.
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by davidf
I personally bought the drilled 2 piece aero rotors for looks alone, {if your into that}. They function well and look wonderful behind the wheels. No regrets spending a little xrta.

Would there be any significant visual difference between the normal slotted rotors in the Stoptech stage 2 upgrade and the aero rotors?
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 06:41 PM
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Any pics? It'll make your oem brembo setup look and perform like an aftermarket setup
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Old Sep 25, 2006 | 02:09 PM
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I think theyre worth it if you track your car. The reduced weight helps out during acceleration, the design of the vanes on the Aerorotors are also very efficient which is pretty important on the track as 50% of the thermal energy that the car produces is stored in the rotor.
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Old Sep 25, 2006 | 02:32 PM
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What Andy said and also a link for the StopTech Aerorotors.
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Old Sep 25, 2006 | 04:37 PM
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How much are replacement rotors for the hats?

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Old Sep 26, 2006 | 07:08 AM
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StopTech AeroRotor replacement rotors
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Old Sep 26, 2006 | 08:12 AM
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$165 for the fronts
$145 for the rears
Hardware is included.
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Old Sep 26, 2006 | 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by pedroosan
If you have brembos (probably you do, if you have a euro Z) then I don't know the answer.
If you don't have brembos I would not add another 800$ and rather get larger brake setup.
I'd have to agree with this logic. I've got 13inch front stoptechs and love them. If you track your car get slotted and stay away from drilled.
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Old Sep 27, 2006 | 05:00 AM
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Tnx guys for your sharing your opinion!

Still not sure whether I'll get the STOP TECH Direct Replacement Rotors or the STOP TECH AeroRotor Direct Replacement Rotors

To the people @Performance, I'll give send you an email as soon as I'm done with my complete wishlist (Nismo exhaust, stoptech, motordyne) so you can give me a good price

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Old Sep 27, 2006 | 05:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Mathys
For an extra of +- 800$ you get the aerorotors instead of the 'normal' rotors when purchasing a Stoptech Stage 2 OEM upgrade.
Just wondering whether the extra $ is worth it or is going with the normal stage 2 more than sufficient for heavy daily driving, occasional track day (twice a year)?

I guess it's better to spend some more money anyway on good brake pads, rather than going with the Ultimates....
Goed medag (sorry for rusty Netherlandes)

The Aerorotors are good if you plan to track the car and wear your rotors quickly. They are cheaper to change later on. Otherwise, the direct replacement rotors will do fine and last a long time.
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