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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 03:55 AM
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alright, i have to replace my rotors and i was thinking of getting some drilled ones. Say i were to get some that are bigger than stock, would this mean i would have to replace my calipers or anything else as well?
 
Old Jun 8, 2006 | 04:46 AM
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You would need to replace at the least your caliper carriers so that the calipers can bolt up to the new rotor diameter.
 
Old Jun 8, 2006 | 06:11 AM
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u will need different carriers at least cause larger rotors wont fit
 
Old Jun 8, 2006 | 03:20 PM
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remember though bigger rotors add rolling weight and increase inner wheel inertia.... a trade off for a little more stopping power. If you think you need the power and have the hp/weight reduction in wheels to counter it, then i say go for the bigger ones, otherwise you'll see better results with x-drilled or slotted rotors and stainless steel lines. I put Zimmerman x-drilled and SS lines on mine, biggest diff i ever noticed was from the steel lines; there's no play in the pedal feel and the brakes are "there" EVERY time from minimal-zero line expansion and they never fade unless i'm on the track.
 
Old Jun 8, 2006 | 08:50 PM
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Unless you are tracking your car, I wouldn't suggest drilled or slotted rotors.
 
Old Jun 8, 2006 | 11:33 PM
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The A8 brake kit is popular... 1" bigger than stock -- uses 312mm rotors. Places like ecstuning sells the kit... or you can buy rotors for a 1999 Audi A8 4.2Q, and track down caliper carriers for an Audi TT. That's what I did.
 
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