Centric C6 Z51 Rotors vs. NAPA/Raybestos/DuraStop C5 Rotors for HPDE's
Looking at the RockAuto website, they show a DIFFERENT selection of rotor brands and models for almost EVERY year-model of C6 and C5. I believe that all C5, C5/Z06 & base C6 models can use the same rotors, so that's just confusing... :rolleyes:
Anyway, they list Centric rotors specific to some MY Z51 model C6 Corvettes. These are shown as "Vented" - not drilled or slotted, and cost a little more per complete set (~ $200 total) then the typical 'cheapie' C5 rotors talked about so much for HPDE's. They also carry Centrics for the standard C6/C5-sizes. I am thinking about giving the Centrics a try, to be used exclusively for HPDE's with a dedicated set of track pads (probably Wilwood H's). They 'look' to be a slightly better quality item on the website, and since they are the right size for my stock Z51 brake setup, I could avoid having to buy (and constantly swap out) the base-model brackets required to install the cheapie rotors onto my Z51 coupe. SO -
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I've been buying Centric rotors for awhile now. I believe they last a little longer. With black centers that don't rust and a little longer life, I think there worth the price difference. Call Jeff at ProParts 818 888-8904. They sell them. He could tell you more about them. Plus they help support my racing.
Steve |
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Can anyone else offer advise please?? |
I've been using the C5 front Centric rotors from Race Pages, they have free shipping. They work very well for me.
http://www.racepages.com/products/?N...67258+2253+837 |
Thanks for responding - that's good info.
Other opins welcome :) |
Did you ever try them out? How'd they work?
Can you provide the Rockauto part numbers? Also, are these them? http://www.propartsusa.com/index.php...3097_3182_3206 (first two items) Thanks! |
Originally Posted by CrystalRacer
(Post 1564745044)
They 'look' to be a slightly better quality item on the website, and since they are the right size for my stock Z51 brake setup, I could avoid having to buy (and constantly swap out) the base-model brackets required to install the cheapie rotors onto my Z51 coupe.
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Originally Posted by clockworks
(Post 1567019733)
Did you ever try them out? How'd they work?
Can you provide the Rockauto part numbers? Also, are these them? http://www.propartsusa.com/index.php...3097_3182_3206 (first two items) Thanks! Sorry, the 06-08 Z51 rotors, we only offer centric premium rotors which are drilled like the OEM. |
Originally Posted by gkmccready
(Post 1567019932)
It's also a good time to lube the slide pin.
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thought Rock Auto part numbers were
56700 56701 56702 56703 and Napa numbers: 86700 86701 86702 86703 |
Originally Posted by AU N EGL
(Post 1567020124)
thought Rock Auto part numbers were
56700 56701 56702 56703 Thanks for the info. :bigears |
Originally Posted by clockworks
(Post 1567020032)
What is that and what should I use to lube it (please be specific)? Also, why? Heh, sorry... newb here.
How to describe, how to describe, ... you know the little bolt you pull to change your brake pads? The one that's a bit of a pain because it goes into the female side in the caliper and that side spins? The thing that spins is the slider pin. You can pull it out of the caliper and there's a 99% chance it could use some lube, especially if you've been tracking the car and haven't been lubing it. Just wipe some lube on it and shove it back in to the caliper. If it's a total mess (ie. all scored up) you can order a new one easy enough from Gene Culley @ www.gmpartshouse.com Here's a little article about slide-rail vs opposed piston calipers: http://www.lemd.com/motorsport/previous.cfm?id=32 |
Clockworks -
Wish I had CALLED RockAuto instead of depending on the pic on their website to be representative of what I got - it wasn't. They are drilled as you found out, and look exactly like the OEM Z51 rotors. I got ~3 days HPDE at VIR out of them, exclusively used & bedded in for those track days with Wilwood H pads. That amount of laps does not justify the increase in price over C5 blanks, IMO. There are no Centric Z51-sized rotors available that are not drilled - sorry. Check out DBA rotors if you're looking for better longevity then OEM C5's. There's also a post on this forum about Brembo offering some slotted Z51-sized rotors now... |
Ahh, thanks for the clearing that up. Bummer that you didn't get what you were expecting... :ack:
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Whenever you order from Rock auto, rotorwise, just get the cheapest ones they advertise for you car. Rotors are wearable, 3 days, 5 days, doesn't matter. The get trashed no matter what. On top of that, if you don't want them to snap, cool them down properly. This is the main reason why rotors snap, drilled or not. Cool them down properly and you'll likely never end up with more than heat checking.
Joe |
Joe-
I DID drive slowly around the paddock at VIR for at least 10 min.s after each session - almost to the point that I jeopardized getting other stuff done between sessions (like getting to the classroom on time, etc.). I certainly observed a lot of other guys just pulling straight into their pit & killing their motors, but I didn't feel that was good for the brakes OR my new LS3 motor that was running hot straight off the track. So you say 'cool down properly' - what does that mean exactly? Is the above not good enough? I would do it if I knew how... |
Originally Posted by CrystalRacer
(Post 1567023606)
Joe-
I DID drive slowly around the paddock at VIR for at least 10 min.s after each session - almost to the point that I jeopardized getting other stuff done between sessions (like getting to the classroom on time, etc.). I certainly observed a lot of other guys just pulling straight into their pit & killing their motors, but I didn't feel that was good for the brakes OR my new LS3 motor that was running hot straight off the track. So you say 'cool down properly' - what does that mean exactly? Is the above not good enough? I would do it if I knew how... Joe |
Joe-
Thanks. That's basically what I thought. Well, you know HPDE's at VIR - checkered flag is thrown at Oak Tree, then you only have through Hog Pen to cool down. It's not much of a cool down 'lap' at all. So, I've even driven beyond the pits out to the registration building and back. Of course, that isn't at 50MPH... :rolleyes: I agree that there's a lot of frustration dealing with this rotor issue. Looks like most people are still searching for a better solution.... |
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