Re: Brakes - Cross Drilled or Slotted?

[Kevin Ng <speedie@optonline.net>]

on 8/16/00 2:47 PM, Anoel@holyredeemer.com at Anoel@holyredeemer.com wrote:

> I should have my new wheels and tires by next week and while I am at it, I
> am looking to change my pads and rotors too. I have never changed them yet
> since I bought the car in 98 and they are about due now.
> But, does anyone have any pros/cons to these rotors. I have heard that the
> cross drilled sometimes crack and the slotted work a little better. This is
> my daily driver, so these rotors will see the winter too. Does anyone have
> any first hand experience on this, and if so, what type/brand of rotors are
> you using? 
> I am going to go with the Axis/Mintex Red Box pads for a little less brake
> dust too
> 
> -AN
> 
> 

I have Zimmerman x-drilled rotors in the front, stock rear rotors, Mintex
redbox pads all around, stainless lines, and ate super blue fluid. Stopping
power I would say is even with stock, though it feels more linear now. Pedal
feel is greatly improved with the lines and new brake fluid.

My car has done track duty before, no probs warping/cracking/etc.

I got everything for about $350, fyi.

Kevin Ng
97 Jetta GLX Windsor Blue