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Old December 8th 04, 10:33 PM
Abs
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Thanks I think that seals it, I will buy the floating rotors from BMW.
Hany.
"tech27" > wrote in message
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> "Abs" > wrote in message
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>> My front rotors are near the end of their life and I have priced some
>> replacements. The Genuine rotors are $AU285ea while after market ones
>> are$AU70ea. My question is, is it worth paying the extra cash? I have had
>> no problems and on the few track days I go to a year the brakes have been
>> wonderful. I'm willing to pay more but am I just throwing money away?
>> Thanks in Advance
>> Hany.

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> Not at all. Floating rotors are far superior, just make sure you get a
> quality set. Many guys at the track days I go to use them and love them.
> It is generally accepted that they are far superior, but they are not
> considered good for everyday driving - for some reason I can't remember,
> but IIRC it has to do with long term safety and wear, as opposed to
> performance.
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