Is it possible to run larger aftermarket rotors to aid in cooling with spoon calipers?

 

Yes definitely. My friend runs an identical setup with AEM oversize rotors but you can't run 15" wheels anymore.

 

.....maybe you want "thicker" rotors?

In that case, I'd suggest the Legend rotors.

I use autozone brand Legend size rotors with my spoon calipers, but they are thicker than the stockers so they can take more heat.....

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Black R &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">.....maybe you want "thicker" rotors?

In that case, I'd suggest the Legend rotors.

I use autozone brand Legend size rotors with my spoon calipers, but they are thicker than the stockers so they can take more heat.....

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i understand the whole stopping power and fade resistance of the lager, thicker rotor, but, what about rotational weight?

would the same size drilled or slotted rotor be better because it is lighter?

maybe they are not that much lighter and not worth the extra price?.....

if budget were not an issue

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by cmdr430 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">would the same size drilled or slotted rotor be better because it is lighter?</TD></TR></TABLE>

In all reality, running slotted/cross drilled rotors will have a detrimental affect on braking force. I know that topic has been beaten to the ground a dozen times over, so the search feature will help you if you are still seeking explaination.

As for larger rotors, the most cost effective upgrade is the Legend GS rotors as previously mentioned. At the level most of us are at in terms of driving needs, 2-pot calipers with Legend GS rotors combo'ed with sufficient pads is more than enough for any HPDE and auto-x event.

 

I dont think can use the calipers with legend rotors w/ new pads due to the thickness

 

Victor was running stoptech rotors (25mm) on his sp00m clappers but he also said he didnt think anything bigger would fit.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by .RJ &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Victor was running stoptech rotors (25mm) on his sp00m clappers but he also said he didnt think anything bigger would fit.</TD></TR></TABLE>

RJ, if you were referring to me, I don't have the Sp00nz, but I do have the Stoptech 2 pc rotarz. Or were you referring to Victor Penner?

-Victor

 

Oh.. I thought j00 had smurf clappers, I stand corrected

 

If you want a cheap way to get bigger rotors (no spoon calipers though)
you can use 1999-up RL rotors and calipers. (or 1999 RL rotors and caliper brackets with legend 2 piston calipers)
My rl stuff cost me $145 for 2 calipers/brackets, and 2 NEW napa rotors.

discs are 11.6 (or 11.8) and 28MM thick (like legends)
Itr pads look like they'll fit fine.

 

are the RL's 2-piston calipers? Is the bleed screw orientation the same as stock ITR?

 

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Thank goodness there's at least one thing he hasn't bought, yet.

Ask him how much it costs to replace a rotor.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by George Knighton &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Ask him how much it costs to replace a rotor. </TD></TR></TABLE>

I know

I dont think stoptech offers these anymore? Either way, at the rate I go through rotors (like willard) there's no way those are an alternative for me.

 

RL's are single piston...
With only 1 piston they are easy to flip with no issues on pad wear.
The RL brackets can fin the legend twin piston caliper though so you could go to autozone and get legend remans for use on the rl brackets and bring them back the RL cores....