Braking

**aaron1085** · 11-16-2008 03:34 AM

Would like to keep my stock caliprs, but upgrade my lines to SS an rotors and pads...I am a DD so nothing crazy is needed. I am not trying to break the budget, but during the summer I run heavier 19" wheels and would love some improved braking..

Suggestions or kits to buy? Pricing and Links appreciated...

**EBG 18T** · 11-16-2008 05:22 AM

My suggestion would be:
Stoptech Stage 2 - has everything you need

Good quality and all parts included. You might be able to save a couple bucks and peice something together from ECS Tuning. But their quality is hit-or-miss and they have a tendancy to not ship the correct parts the first time.

can be purchased from many places with free shipping
Availiable with free shipping

**jeremy@matrix** · 11-17-2008 01:39 PM

...or OEM Zimmerman x-drilled front rotors, Pagid street black pads, Goodridge SS lines, Motul RBF600 fluid. Unfortunately for the rear, you're stuck with solid (not drilled) rotors.

**aaron1085** · 11-17-2008 03:41 PM

is drilled needed? is just slotted rotors better overall? I live in New England, so something that will last just as long as other stuff especially during winter time as well.

**jeremy@matrix** · 11-17-2008 04:08 PM

Originally Posted by aaron1085

is drilled needed? is just slotted rotors better overall? I live in New England, so something that will last just as long as other stuff especially during winter time as well.

From a performance standpoint drilled (or slotted) rotors are an upgrade over solid(non drilled or slotted) rotors yes. Brembo slotted rotors are available for the front but they're MUCH more expensive than the Zimm drilled's.

**EBG 18T** · 11-17-2008 06:57 PM

Originally Posted by aaron1085

is drilled needed? is just slotted rotors better overall? I live in New England, so something that will last just as long as other stuff especially during winter time as well.

personally i like the slotted rotors over plain face rotors.

I am sure Jeremy at Matrix can get you setup with a good package with everything you need.

**aaron1085** · 11-18-2008 02:38 AM

Jeremy...?!!?

Where to buy the Zimer rotors?

**scot_w** · 11-18-2008 06:36 AM

Although the site is lacking self help/shopping features, E-Mail Jeremy. He is a very helpful guy and responds quickly.

**jeremy@matrix** · 11-18-2008 08:42 AM

Thanks guys.

We offer the Zimmerman rotors. Send me an email please and I'll get you pricing.

We haven't put an e-commerce site together as we prefer the much more personal approach to make sure you're getting the best products for your needs.

**aaron1085** · 11-21-2008 11:20 AM

found these on EBAY...thoughts, reviews>???

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=220310834217

**jeremy@matrix** · 11-21-2008 11:40 AM

Originally Posted by aaron1085

found these on EBAY...thoughts, reviews>???

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=220310834217

I'd strongly recommend OEM/factory manufacturers vs no-name eBay stuff.
Just my $0.02.

**aaron1085** · 11-21-2008 11:42 AM

usually i'd agree...someone posted this link thats where i got it from.
always trying to save some $$ though, you know how it is... i got your email and will be in touch soon with an order of sorts

**jeremy@matrix** · 11-21-2008 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by aaron1085

usually i'd agree...someone posted this link thats where i got it from.
always trying to save some $$ though, you know how it is... i got your email and will be in touch soon with an order of sorts

Ok, sounds good.