Most go with aftermarket...... The stock rotors are a little thin. They're certainly adequate... to a degree. But to get better stopping power, you need to step up a bit. I know $$$$ is always an issue. But if you can swing it, we have a Group Buy on Frozen Rotors and Hawk Pads right now.. .Good only through tomorrow. Check my sig for the link to the buy and an installation "How-to". They should answer a lot of your questions.

 

I went to the site, but I can't figure out the first set of rotors for price. It shows front and then rear....does that mean 2 fronts and 2 rears of the first set for that price? All the other rotors are listed for each corner.

 

It states that the solid rotors are that price "EA." That means that you get one rotor at that price. The slotted are similarly listed. One rotor, one price. So you will need four rotors, no matter which type you get.

 

You may not have to buy new rotors if the old ones can still be resurfaced. Why spend more money if you don't have to? Then again, getting new rotors is always nice just like '08 brake upgrade mod. If you want to spend money, might as well go all the way and do it right with the '08 style brakes if you know what I mean.lol!

 

Resurface your stockers? Good luck. I'd give them a 95% chance that they aren't thick enough to meet spec after turning them.....

....and even if you turn them, you just turn them into garbage. That's what happened to me 6000 miles ago. They are already as thin as possible to still meet ANSI specs, and as soon as you turn them, they no longer can stand even the slightest amount of heat from the pads. Warp-city, dude..... I can attest to it firsthand.

No more messing with factory garbage for me. I'm doing it once, and doing it right from now on. Frozen Rotors... They're already on the truck.

 

Are the stockers really that bad? I know the original pre-judder TSB rotors were crap, the originals warped in less than 4k miles on mine, but what about the new final fix rotors? Aren't they supposed to have a little more "meat" on them to survive one or two more resurfacings?

The service manager where I had the brakes done told me that the updated TSB rotors have a lot more meat on them. So, getting them resurfaced one or two times shouldn't be a problem. I already had them resurfaced one time by the same dealer. Yeah I know, he could've been BS'ing me, but I don't think they would turn them at or under minimum thickness at the dealer. I would think the liabilty risk alone would keep them from doing something like that especially under warranty. At least I hope so.lol!

Cryogenically treated rotors sound tempting, but the next time I do the brakes, I think I'm just going to shell out the few hundred or whatever it costs and get the '08 style brakes. Perhaps I even splurge on cryo treated '08 rotors. I just hope the master cylinder and proportioning valve doesn't have to be changed out as well.

 

Good point BlackBeauty......I have until end of tomorrow to get the deal?

 

Yessir... Deal ends Nov. 30th. It's worth it, for the peace of mind, the safety and a quality product. I'm loving them!

 

When I had mine turned, they were right at spec. One turn, that's all you get, if you're lucky and they're not too bad. I would bet your next two weeks' pay, nobody on here has had their rotors turned twice, and stayed within spec.... even the "final fix" rotors.

Back in the old days, yes, you could get multiple turnings out of them. Today, things are built much closer to tolerance. Too much rotor means it costs them 35¢ more per wheel to build the vehicle. The amounts to $5 million in a year's volume. Eh, I'm betting they're gonna want to save their money.... what do you think? :lol:

 

I've got 56K on my front pads/rotors(Final fix...) and still have maybe 10-15K left....For that kind of mileage, running the stock set up again when it does come time for replacement sounds pretty good...

Anybody done a price comparison?
Stock rotors & pads vs aftermarket?

 

That would essentially be useless as you can go to Autocronie and get cheap rotors and pads and not spend $200. What's the point? The point is, I don't like to settle for cheap crap... especially when my safety and the safety of my family are involved. I will most likely not ever need to replace these again. And I admit, some get considerably longer wear life out of their brakes, and that's commendable, but I'd have to say, that's certainly not the majority of folks.

Times are tough, I get it. Money's not as readily available for some. But when it comes to safety, I'll save up for what I need. And then get what is necessary. It's really just a personal choice. Save money and possibly redo the job in a couple years. Or spend a bit more and do it once.

Now, I went for the top level... the Frozen Rotors slotted. You can get the solid rotors or opt for the Powerslot Cryo's. There's still quality brakes to be had with the discount today, but you don't need to pick from the top shelf if the price is too steep. Welcome to America. We have choices. :lol:

 

That would essentially be useless as you can go to Autocronie and get cheap rotors and pads and not spend $200. What's the point? The point is, I don't like to settle for cheap crap... especially when my safety and the safety of my family are involved. I will most likely not ever need to replace these again. And I admit, some get considerably longer wear life out of their brakes, and that's commendable, but I'd have to say, that's certainly not the majority of folks.

Times are tough, I get it. Money's not as readily available for some. But when it comes to safety, I'll save up for what I need. And then get what is necessary. It's really just a personal choice. Save money and possibly redo the job in a couple years. Or spend a bit more and do it once.

Now, I went for the top level... the Frozen Rotors slotted. You can get the solid rotors or opt for the Powerslot Cryo's. There's still quality brakes to be had with the discount today, but you don't need to pick from the top shelf if the price is too steep. Welcome to America. We have choices.

Ok...Do you (or others)know what the stock rotors & pads cost compared to a set of aftermarket rotors & pads?

I've having real good performance and mileage out of my stock set-up, and don't consider them dangerous to me or my family.....Maybe I missed something??

 

First, let me make sure everyone understands.

DO NOT MISREAD MY POSTS.

I did not say the factory rotors and pads are unsafe. The statement in my post refers to them as a "safety item". I want to make my vehicle as safe as possible. If that means I replace items that regularly warp, chatter, or otherwise wear out with a better quality item, then that's what I will do to satisfy myself. It's a personal choice, and those who have no issues with how their brakes perform or are performing may differ if they wish.

Secondly, a set of rotors and pads will cost:

Front rotors - $101.00 ea.

Rear rotors - $75.00 ea.

Front pads - $113.00 per set

Rear pads - $92.00 per set

... for a total of $557 + shipping.

That's based on pricing from Nissan Parts Cheap - Genuine OEM Replacement Parts which may or may not be the least cost online.

As a comparison, the FR solid front/rear rotors with Hawk LTS pads would cost you $576.84 + shipping, for what I would consider a step up from stock items. With that you get the cryogenic process that will prevent the rotor from warping, developing hairline cracks, and prematurely wearing out. IMO, not a bad deal.

Obviously, you can get the slotted rotors for a bit more and high performance racing pads for even more. Choices......

Now, this is with the 15% discount that ends today. Everyday Titantalk discount of 10% shall commence as of tomorrow.