02C32guy

Hi guys, I haven't had a chance to install these yet, but I am extremely pleased with how they look and feel. Thought I'd share a few close ups of them before I put them on. They're Racing Brake two piece open slotted rotors. Seven pounds lighter (each) than the stockies. Enjoy.

Viper98912

nice. waiting for install pix

aho

Those are sweet!!! How much did they run you?

02C32guy

http://www.racingbrake.com/SearchRes...Search=c322118

Here's the website. They also have drilled and slotted rotors as well. They are kind of expensive, but I think it's worth it for the weight savings. Also, they claim that the rotors will last three times longer than a one piece rotor. When they do need to be changed they will sell you just the ring part for less. I looked at it as being more expensive than an OEM rotor, but a lot cheaper than a full brake kit.

SUPR C

I thought about getting them, but ended up getting Zimmerman's because of the cost. Which I just installed them this weekend. It was a very easy install. Looks great man. What pads are you going to use with them? Please post pics once you install them.

W203Ramos

sweet...thinking of doin the same thing. tell me how you like them after the install

02C32guy

I should be able to get them on by Wednesday and I'll have an install / review up that night. After a ridiculous amount of stressing over it, I finally decided to go with Akebono pads. Mike at RacingBrake actually recommended against ceramics, but there's just a huge lack of non-ceramic performance pads for our cars. From all the posts I sifted through Akebono seemed to be pretty kind to rotors so I just pulled the trigger.

MikeR

I really like the RacingBrake rotors. I am thinking of going to them when I have to replace mine. I will go with slotted but not sure about the open slotted. Let us know how you like them and performance. Great lookers!

02C32guy

Will do. Right now, I'm struggling getting the OEM rotor off of the drivers side. I soaked it with WD 40 and am letting it soak in overnight. Hopefully that does the trick.

SUPR C

I had the same problem with the driver's side rotor. The passenger came off very easy, however the driver's side was a PITA. I used WD 40 as well and hitting it with a mallet left to right and also from the back.

Viper98912

So it's thursday and no install pix.

02C32guy

Sorry! I just wanted to put some miles on them so I could give a better review. I took some pics too and I'll have them up tonight. For now though, one word, AWESOME!

c32used

Viper98912

It's Saturday and still no install pix

02C32guy

Here's some pics of the install. Sorry about the dirty wheel! The passenger side was a cinch to swap. The driver's side OEM disc however, was so seized on the hub, I had to soak it with WD-40 overnight.

I used Akebono pads (previously had OEM) and have experienced incredible results. Much better then I was expecting. I honestly thought there wouldn't be all that much difference all around. I was wrong. They feel like a completely different set of brakes. The increased bite is very noticeable. The braking is firm and smooth to a complete stop with absolutely no fade. Even after half an hour of "spirited" driving there was only a slight amount of noticeable brake fade.

I have read a lot about unsprung weight and I can tell you it's true. I can feel the car getting off the line quicker and the acceleration you feel during heavy down shifts is noticeably greater. As for cornering, it's hard for me to gage whether there is a difference or not. It feels real good, but that could just be in my head.

All in all, I am very happy that I decided to go this route and would recommend these rotors to anyone who wants an upgrade, but doesn't want to get a whole new system.

c32AMG-DTM

They look great - thanks for sharing your impressions.

shardul

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looks nice

Viper98912

FrankW

definitely worthy upgrade.

speedybenz

I hate to say this, but based on your pics and the directions shown on the RacingBrake website I think you have the rotors facing the wrong way. You want to have the vanes pointed (not the slots) so they open to the back of the car and not towards the front as I believe I was able to tell from your pics.

Take a 2nd look at the direction and the website instructions also.

I hope I am not misleading you. I am certainly not trying to do so, but I thought I would bring it up so you could swap them side to side while they are still nearly new, if improperly installed.

Jeff

FrankW

you would think it would matter, but it doesn't.

ML500K

Looks nice!

02C32guy

I stressed over it when I installed them. The directions they sent said the slots (the cooling veins go the same way) should point towards the direction of rotation. They included a picture too, so I'm pretty sure I have it right.

speedybenz

If the calipers are mounted to the rear of the fender well, then you do have them on correctly and I apoligize for the grief I may have caused you.

Jeff

02C32guy

Hehe, no problem. I was about to scan and post the directions for you.