AP Racing 350mm Replacement Rotors?

[35R]

I've been using the HSV 350mm/330mm "Surplus" brake kit for a while now and it's been awesome. I must have done at least 15 track days with them thus far but the front rotors are looking a bit tired/crazed now. They'll last a few more track days but they will need replacing eventually.

What are the options? Genuine AP rotors only? Anyone know what the going rate $$ is for the front 350mm rotors?

[HSV271]

Can't help with costs/prices but I do know that DBA are now making DBA4000 & DBA5000(2 piece) 350/330mm rotors for the AP 4 piston setup in our cars now.

http://www.dba.com.au/product_search_dev.php
(You need to select HOLDEN-HSV, Clubsport and the VZ....)

Bill :cheers:

[savvy]

Dunc, are they a two piece rotor? I think from memory 362mm rotor without hat was about $750 each for AP rotors a couple of yrs ago.
You could try Matt at race brakes Sydney at Wetheral Park, or V-Sport at Arndell Park.

Just a thought,
Those packages were a good deal! would be interesting to see what % of the total cost just for 4 rotors. It might be like a Makita cordless drill that has shot batts, to buy two batts would cost about 80% of the initial cost for the complete set and maybe sell off the other kit and avoid overhauling the calipers.

[35R]

Can't help with costs/prices but I do know that DBA are now making DBA4000 & DBA5000(2 piece) 350/330mm rotors for the AP 4 piston setup in our cars now.

http://www.dba.com.au/product_search_dev.php
(You need to select HOLDEN-HSV, Clubsport and the VZ....)

Bill :cheers:

Thanks Bill.

I cant see VZ under HOLDEN HSV -> Clubsport?

[35R]

Dunc, are they a two piece rotor? I think from memory 362mm rotor without hat was about $750 each for AP rotors a couple of yrs ago.
You could try Matt at race brakes Sydney at Wetheral Park, or V-Sport at Arndell Park.

Just a thought,
Those packages were a good deal! would be interesting to see what % of the total cost just for 4 rotors. It might be like a Makita cordless drill that has shot batts, to buy two batts would cost about 80% of the initial cost for the complete set and maybe sell off the other kit and avoid overhauling the calipers.

If the kit was still $2700 i would consider it. Now at $3300 i am not sure. I heard the 350mm rotors are about $400 each (AP's) so x 4 = $1600. A set of pads is about $450 so there's $2050. I'd be left with 4 calipers for $1300 (still not bad) i wouldnt mind a spare front and back.. but i woudl be stuck with odd calipers.

If DBA make a 5000 350mm rotor i might be tempted to try that.

[HSV271]

Here yah go.... Also included the cross drilled as well, not sure if you would want to use them on the track.

Front
DBA 52018.1SL 5000 series replacement rotor only slotted left-hand - supplied with replacement NAS lock nuts Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018.1SR 5000 series replacement rotor only slotted right-hand - supplied with replacement NAS lock nuts Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018.1XS 5000 series replacement rotor only XS (premium cross-drilled & slotted) - supplied with replacement NAS lock nuts Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018BLKSL 5000 series Fully Assembled 2-piece Black Hat slotted left-hand Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018BLKSR 5000 series Fully Assembled 2-piece Black Hat slotted right-hand Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018GLDXS 5000 series Fully Assembled 2-piece Gold Hat XS (premium cross-drilled & slotted) Worldwide Vented Front

Rear
DBA 42019 4000 Series Standard Worldwide Vented Rear
DBA 42019SL 4000 Series 6x6 Wiper-Slot Left-Hand Worldwide Vented Rear
DBA 42019SR 4000 Series 6x6 Wiper-Slot Right-Hand Worldwide Vented Rear
DBA 42019XS 4000 Series XS (premium cross-drilled & slotted) Worldwide Vented Rear

[35R]

thanks Bill. I downloaded their PDF catalogue but it doesnt have the specs, or those part numbers. Can you tell me exactly how you looked those up on their website? Sorry i must have missed something!

Here yah go.... Also included the cross drilled as well, not sure if you would want to use them on the track.

Front
DBA 52018.1SL 5000 series replacement rotor only slotted left-hand - supplied with replacement NAS lock nuts Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018.1SR 5000 series replacement rotor only slotted right-hand - supplied with replacement NAS lock nuts Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018.1XS 5000 series replacement rotor only XS (premium cross-drilled & slotted) - supplied with replacement NAS lock nuts Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018BLKSL 5000 series Fully Assembled 2-piece Black Hat slotted left-hand Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018BLKSR 5000 series Fully Assembled 2-piece Black Hat slotted right-hand Worldwide Vented Front
DBA 52018GLDXS 5000 series Fully Assembled 2-piece Gold Hat XS (premium cross-drilled & slotted) Worldwide Vented Front

Rear
DBA 42019 4000 Series Standard Worldwide Vented Rear
DBA 42019SL 4000 Series 6x6 Wiper-Slot Left-Hand Worldwide Vented Rear
DBA 42019SR 4000 Series 6x6 Wiper-Slot Right-Hand Worldwide Vented Rear
DBA 42019XS 4000 Series XS (premium cross-drilled & slotted) Worldwide Vented Rear

[lautray]

I've had bad experiences with DBA 4000's, so when mine need time for replacing, depending on cost, either genuine AP or try the 5000's.

[35R]

I couldnt find the part number on the regular clubbie section but it's coming up under other VZ cars (Skaife Senator, HSVDT Clubsport etc)

http://www.dba.com.au/view_product.php?part_id=9825&FK_vehicle_model_series_id=5251

Thanks for that Bill, i will enquire to see how much they are.

[savvy]

Thanks Bill.

I cant see VZ under HOLDEN HSV -> Clubsport?

Dunc, they are there, Holden HSV > Clubsport > VZ.

If the kit was still $2700 i would consider it. Now at $3300 i am not sure. I heard the 350mm rotors are about $400 each (AP's) so x 4 = $1600. A set of pads is about $450 so there's $2050. I'd be left with 4 calipers for $1300 (still not bad) i wouldnt mind a spare front and back.. but i woudl be stuck with odd calipers.

If DBA make a 5000 350mm rotor i might be tempted to try that.

Still a very good buy for $3300 IMO if your comparing to Harrop for anyone in the market.

Dunc, what do you mean by "but i would be stuck with odd calipers", wont they be the same as a new kit hence the spares?? or do you mean 1 front caliper and 1 rear caliper as spare? i thought they only suited one side (i could be wrong), are the pistons different sizes?

Also looking at the slots the AP's look like they have more, which might suit track duties better, but if the DBA 5000 are cheaper and provide the same or better performance it could be an alternative, would be interested to hear feedback if you do use the DBA's or anyone else that has tried them.

[HSV271]

thanks Bill. I downloaded their PDF catalogue but it doesnt have the specs, or those part numbers. Can you tell me exactly how you looked those up on their website? Sorry i must have missed something!

My internet connection tonight is crap for some reason.... :(

http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa307/HSV271/DBA_Search4rotors.jpg

[lautray]

Dunc, when you find out 5000 pricing, can you enquire about rotor only price, along with rotor & hub?

[35R]

thanks Bill, much apreciated.

[35R]

Dunc, when you find out 5000 pricing, can you enquire about rotor only price, along with rotor & hub?

Will do


.

[lautray]

I think they will be > the AP $400 somehow :doh: .

[35R]

Well here's the first response, not sounding too promising..

DBA dont make these as yet all I can get is the Genuine AP disc and they are $1200.00 a Pair. I can get these no probs just let me know and I can get them at the latest over night.

[savvy]

Dunc who was that from and does it include the hats?

[35R]

Dunc who was that from and does it include the hats?

The ebay user is 'stewie108' and apparently the $1200 is for a pair of one-piece genuine AP 350mm rotors. If that's the price i will just be buying a complete surplus kit i think!

[DaveHAT]

The ebay user is 'stewie108' and apparently the $1200 is for a pair of one-piece genuine AP 350mm rotors. If that's the price i will just be buying a complete surplus kit i think!

Stewies Brake and Clutch.

The Outlet for the shop is in Sydney somewhere ... I've bought all my recent sets of brake pads from him and he's never been beaten for price.

Ultra quick deliver too FWIW.

[HSV271]

Well here's the first response, not sounding too promising..

DBA dont make these as yet all I can get is the Genuine AP disc and they are $1200.00 a Pair. I can get these no probs just let me know and I can get them at the latest over night.

Hmmmmmmm.... Any indication when DBA will have them?

Sorry to misslead you Dunc, I was told they do have them. :mad:

[lautray]

Stewies Brake and Clutch.

The Outlet for the shop is in Sydney somewhere ... I've bought all my recent sets of brake pads from him and he's never been beaten for price.

Ultra quick deliver too FWIW.

I know them... Georges Hall near Bankstown Airport. Nice blokes.

[2 cylinders shy]

I sent a email to DBA re: 5000 series rotor availabilty for these brakes about a month ago.
They fwd the email to a melbourne distributor.
I recieved a email back from there melbourne distributor saying "I don’t think that DBA make the rotors, but I can supply some AP Racing ones for $450 ea inc GST"
I recall dattoman on ls1 also stating that the above was the correct price for oem ap items.

[35R]

Hmmmmmmm.... Any indication when DBA will have them?

Sorry to misslead you Dunc, I was told they do have them. :mad:

Not your fault Bill - they are on their website.

[35R]

I sent a email to DBA re: 5000 series rotor availabilty for these brakes about a month ago.
They fwd the email to a melbourne distributor.
I recieved a email back from there melbourne distributor saying "I don’t think that DBA make the rotors, but I can supply some AP Racing ones for $450 ea inc GST"
I recall dattoman on ls1 also stating that the above was the correct price for oem ap items.

$400~$450 sounds about right from memory. $1200/pair sounds too much.

[2 cylinders shy]

Info from dattoman on ls1

And a FYI on replacement parts

Front pads $260 factory DS2500
Rear pads $205 factory DS2500
Front discs $450 factory AP slotted
Rear discs $350 factory AP slotted

[savvy]

Damn i'm confused :hat: !!!


$400~$450 sounds about right from memory. $1200/pair sounds too much.

http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h221/ssute57l/Various/hsv20brakes2.jpg

Dunc/Erik if this is the kit you have the $400-$450/pair does sound right for one piece rotors, the $1200/pair sound more like the two piece genuine AP or DBA two piece rotors.

http://www.vsport.com.au/ecommerce/index.php?categoryID=104

Are those rotors made by AP or are they to suit "AP Cailiper package" and could possibly be made by DBA or RDA etc on contract to Holden/HSV??

It would appear the DBA 5000 are available as stewies also has them advertised on his ebay shop.

[35R]

That's the kit we have, apparently the rotors are genuine AP but i could be wrong.

The $1200 / pair quote - i confirmed with the ebay seller, and it is for single piece rotors (not two). So that was odd, a few hundred more than what we thought.

[HSV271]

So did some asking and a friend suggested to contact RBS... now I'm not sure if anyone has dealt with these guy's before or what there reputation is like as I have not done any business with them in the past... but I got a response by email, see below:-

Re: HSV brakes‏
From: RBS (racebrakessydney@unwired.com.au)
Sent: Wednesday, 23 July 2008 4:36:52 PM
To: HSV 271 (hsv271@hotmail.com)

The rotors are still expensive for ths application
Front $450 each
Fear $350 each
Pads will be
DS2500
F - $212
R - $205
DS3000
F - $280
R - $224
Regards
Matthew Pearce
Race Brakes Sydney
U6/79 Newton Rd
Wetherill Park NSW 2164
PH 02 9609 1101 FX 02 9604 0708
WEB : http://www.racebrakessydney.com.au/
"We appreciate your business"

Still pissed about DBA though :mad:

[savvy]

Matt is a very helpfull guy, i would recommend him.

[lautray]

Yep, Matt (Race Brakes Sydney) is great. Dealt with him previously. Really good service. He's on the forum also. But haven't seen him post for a while though.

[savvy]

Yep, Matt (Race Brakes Sydney) is great. Dealt with him previously. Really good service. He's on the forum also. But haven't seen him post for a while though.


I was wondering about that, i had a look in the members area and could not find him, from memory his username was matt@racebrakes or something like that, he seems to have vanished.

[lautray]

I was wondering about that, i had a look in the members area and could not find him, from memory his username was matt@racebrakes or something like that, he seems to have vanished.

Sav, RBS MATT ;).

[savvy]

Sav, RBS MATT ;).

Ahh thankyou, i also cam accross these rotors by AP, looks very interesting the way they mount to the caps, can't imagine them anywhere near cheap though.

http://www.apracing.com/info/index.asp?section=Strap+Drive+Discs_32

[lautray]

If we've got some heat crazing (small surface cracks) on our front rotors, can we get said rotors lightly skimmed/machined to remove said crazing? :idea:

[ghz28]

If we've got some heat crazing (small surface cracks) on our front rotors, can we get said rotors lightly skimmed/machined to remove said crazing? :idea:

Yep, I get mine very lightly skimmed every second track day. That also lets me lay down a completely fresh pad material transfer. Sometimes, the cracks are only in the transfer material too, but if still evident when it has all worn away from normal driving, then yep just a surface skim should fix it up.

Garry

[HSV-105]

I had issue's on a previous set up where I was only getting I or 2 club meets out of a set of 356mm Harrop rotors { Radial Peg Drive }.

Ended up biting the bullet got a set of hats machined up and ran the DBA5000rotors - never a problem again.

The guy that bought that car still races it to this day and is still going on the same rotors.

[lautray]

Yep, I get mine very lightly skimmed every second track day. That also lets me lay down a completely fresh pad material transfer. Sometimes, the cracks are only in the transfer material too, but if still evident when it has all worn away from normal driving, then yep just a surface skim should fix it up.

Garry

That's great to know. May just try that before next outing. My rotors must have done close to 10 track days; Dunc's several more, & they are still going strong, with no warping or distortion, just crazing.

[PSI38L]

The DBA parts are not available yet, the front AP's are $450.00 each the rears are $350.00 each

[RBS MATT]

So did some asking and a friend suggested to contact RBS... now I'm not sure if anyone has dealt with these guy's before or what there reputation is like as I have not done any business with them in the past... but I got a response by email, see below:-

Re: HSV brakes‏
From: RBS (racebrakessydney@unwired.com.au)
Sent: Wednesday, 23 July 2008 4:36:52 PM
To: HSV 271 (hsv271@hotmail.com)

The rotors are still expensive for this application
Front $450 each
Fear $350 each
Pads will be
DS2500
F - $212
R - $205
DS3000
F - $280
R - $224
Regards
Matthew Pearce
Race Brakes Sydney
U6/79 Newton Rd
Wetherill Park NSW 2164
PH 02 9609 1101 FX 02 9604 0708
WEB : http://www.racebrakessydney.com.au/
"We appreciate your business"

Still pissed about DBA though :mad:

I would like to think some of the forum members here would have something good to say about me and that I have a good reputation (lol).I am sorry i haven't been on the forum for a while but i still have my " TrackChat.com.au" sticker proudly displayed on the front window of the shop.I have some good news for all and that is the rotors in question (350mm front 2 piece) will be available and i have been told by DBA that if i put an order in for these 350mm two piece rotors they will be ready 2 weeks from the order date and if anyone is interested i can supply these for a special price of $505 each at the moment and a deposit would be needed (so i don't get stuck with canceled orders).
Apart from the DS2500 and the DS3000 range brake pads are also available in Ferodo DS Performance street compound for $175 front and $135 rear .We can also supply them in certain materials in the SBS and Endless range of race performance pads.
If anyone needs questions answered do not hesitate to call or email me.

[VooDoo]

I tell everyone your a good bloke Matt regardless what all these other guys say

haha

btw, have you had any experiance in cryo treating the rotors or pads?

Ill take a set of those 350mm 2 piece fronts (what colour is the centers usually?) Can you PM a price on replacement rotors once we have the hats.

Lastly the DS3000 pads you sent me a while ago, the rear part number on the box comes up as a DS2500 on ferodo's site. Is that correct?

[2 cylinders shy]

I spoke to Matt this afternoon.
Im up for a set so that makes 2. Is anyone else interested so that Matt can put the order in? Luatray, Lsx?

Thanks to Matt for chasing down this deal through DBA

[RBS MATT]

I tell everyone your a good bloke Matt regardless what all these other guys say

haha

btw, have you had any experiance in cryo treating the rotors or pads?

Ill take a set of those 350mm 2 piece fronts (what colour is the centers usually?) Can you PM a price on replacement rotors once we have the hats.

Lastly the DS3000 pads you sent me a while ago, the rear part number on the box comes up as a DS2500 on ferodo's site. Is that correct?

Ok thats good i have one person who appreciates good service ($100 in the post VooDoo) With the brake pads I would have to see them because i would hate to think i sent you the wrong pads you paid for.DS2500 and DS3000 pads have the same part number for the pad shape but the letter on the end of the part number which is either a " H " or a " R " determines the material.
eg :FRP216H would be DS2500 and FRP216R would be DS3000.The brake pads and pad box will have the number stamped on it so check that against each other and the invoice and PM or email me if there is an issue.

Have done the rotors before and have worked fine but never pads.With the introduction over the years of the DBA4000 and 5000 series we haven't done any for a long time.

[Delft Maloo]

matt whats a good priced replacment disc and pads for the std hsv setup of 330mm and 315mm, its for an 02 hsv maloo.
And do you have any bigger front rotor and caliper kits to upgrade from the std hsv ones.
cheers tim

[35R]

I am up for a set of the 5000's please

btw how much are the replacement rotors alone?

[RBS MATT]

matt whats a good priced replacment disc and pads for the std hsv setup of 330mm and 315mm, its for an 02 hsv maloo.
And do you have any bigger front rotor and caliper kits to upgrade from the std hsv ones.
cheers tim

$247.50 per rotor in the DBA4000 slotted range.Brake pads would be between $80 to $220 a set depending on the type you want.Regarding the upgrade i am looking at doing a 362mm two - piece rotor and bracket with that caliper but haven't pulled my finger out yet.If you are interested let me know and i will speed things up.



I am up for a set of the 5000's please

btw how much are the replacement rotors alone?

So 1 set of the 350mm two piece for you and just waiting on the replacement rotor cost but my guess is between $350 to $400 per slotted rotor.

[GTS Listy]

Voodoo my DS3000 say that on the back of the pads but the DS2500 do not have anything written on them. Go fiqar. That is a outstanding price for DS3000 too. Mine for the Harrops cost just on $380 a set. Now they are worthless due to a small chip in them. :headbang:

Glad DBA is getting this sorted for you. :bravo:

[RBS MATT]

I spoke to Matt this afternoon.
Im up for a set so that makes 2. Is anyone else interested so that Matt can put the order in? Luatray, Lsx?

Thanks to Matt for chasing down this deal through DBA

I am up for a set of the 5000's please

btw how much are the replacement rotors alone?

I have just ordered these rotors today and i have been told by DBA that all there 2 piece rotor set ups will be going up very soon and these particular rotors will now be atleast and extra $80 each minimum from what i advertised.

[2 cylinders shy]

I have just ordered these rotors today and i have been told by DBA that all there 2 piece rotor set ups will be going up very soon and these particular rotors will now be atleast and extra $80 each minimum from what i advertised.

Can you send me a pm with eft details.
Thanks

[RBS MATT]

The rotors should be here today for the three of you that ordered and replacement rotors are going to be around the $320 mark i am told thanks.

[2 cylinders shy]

:woohoo: ..

[seldo]

The rotors should be here today for the three of you that ordered and replacement rotors are going to be around the $320 mark i am told thanks.
Matt - does DBA do a replacement rotor for VY OE style Harrop 343s ?
Thanks. $$?

[RBS MATT]

Matt - does DBA do a replacement rotor for VY OE style Harrop 343s ?
Thanks. $$?

They have a two piece 343mm rotor design available to fit but if you have a Harrop two piece disc i am not sure if the actual replacement rotors will bolt to there hats.

[VooDoo]

Any updates Matt?

[seldo]

They have a two piece 343mm rotor design available to fit but if you have a Harrop two piece disc i am not sure if the actual replacement rotors will bolt to there hats.Thanks Matt. Sorry, I somehow missed your reply until now.
I have 1 piece rotors, so that means replace the whole rotor and hat. Any idea on price, or would you rather PM?
Thanks

[GTS Listy]

I used to run the Harrop 343mm DBA 2 piece DBA5000s. Worked great but if you can get some cooling into them they would work better.

[35R]

I used to run the Harrop 343mm DBA 2 piece DBA5000s. Worked great but if you can get some cooling into them they would work better.

Listy are you suggesting the two piece designs don't vent as well as the one piece designs?

[GTS Listy]

No, just from the temps I took when i was racing with them they get very hot and take a while to cool down. I never had a compare with one and two piece DBAs. I regularly saw over 550 degrees just from general circuit 3 lappers.

Just saying some simple cooling would help these work better in fact any brakes. I would recommend getting ducts put in. $50 a side with cheap hose.
I only used the one piece Harrop with the stock GTS brakes and they did not last at all but they were drilled so they cracked.

[RBS MATT]

Thanks Matt. Sorry, I somehow missed your reply until now.
I have 1 piece rotors, so that means replace the whole rotor and hat. Any idea on price, or would you rather PM?
Thanks

The 343mm 2 piece DBA slotted rotors are $550 each.These rotors will run cooler being lighter and the fact they have a alloy hat that will disperse heat quicker and not a heavy cast centre which will retain the heat for longer.And yes ducting on any car will help a lot but don't run it to the face of the rotor but to the hub centre.

[2 cylinders shy]

Matt, how much lighter are the 2 piece DBA than the 1 piece DBA's?

[GAS A NOVA]

JUST THOUGHT I'D THROW IN A CURVE BALL ON THIS SUBJECT.
THERE ARE QUITE A FEW COMPANIES STATE SIDE THAT ARE DOING BIG BRAKE KITS FOR THAT VERY FAMILIAR SHAPED PONTIAC GTO. AS MOST OF YOU KNOW THEY STILL RUN ALL THE SAME STUD PATTERN 5X120
NOT THE 5X120.65 LIKE THE MAJORITY OF THE US GM FAMILY. AND THE GTO'S OFFSETS ECT ARE ALL THE SAME AS THE MIGHTY MONARO.

WILLWOOD OFFER A 2 PIECE ROTOR PART #140-9296 WHICH I'M PRETTY SURE IS A PERFECT REPLACEMENT FOR THE O/E AP ROTORS. MOST OF THE AP RACING/WILLWOOD/BAER ROTORS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE WHITH EACH OTHERS HATS TO IN THE 2 PIECE DESIGNS.

BAER BRAKES ALSO DO A SIMILLAR BRAKE PACKAGE.

AS DO STOPTECH AND ALL THESE COMPANIES OFFER 2 PIECE ROTORS FOR THE GTO UP TO AND OVER 355MM.

THE BEST PART IS THE PRICES.

I CAN LOOK INTO THIS A LITTLE MORE IF ANYONE WISHES.
I DO REGULAR TRIPS TO THE STATES AND SHIP STUFF BACK ALL THE TIME.


i'LL BE GOING OVER AGAIN IN A FEW WEEKS MIGHT BE DOING A BULK BUY ON ET STREETS.

THATS MY 2 CENTS WORTH
CHEERS TO ALL

[GAS A NOVA]

JUST THOUGHT I'D THROW IN A CURVE BALL ON THIS SUBJECT.
THERE ARE QUITE A FEW COMPANIES STATE SIDE THAT ARE DOING BIG BRAKE KITS FOR THAT VERY FAMILIAR SHAPED PONTIAC GTO. AS MOST OF YOU KNOW THEY STILL RUN ALL THE SAME STUD PATTERN 5X120
NOT THE 5X120.65 LIKE THE MAJORITY OF THE US GM FAMILY. AND THE GTO'S OFFSETS ECT ARE ALL THE SAME AS THE MIGHTY MONARO.

WILLWOOD OFFER A 2 PIECE ROTOR PART #140-9296 WHICH I'M PRETTY SURE IS A PERFECT REPLACEMENT FOR THE O/E AP ROTORS. MOST OF THE AP RACING/WILLWOOD/BAER ROTORS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE WHITH EACH OTHERS HATS TO IN THE 2 PIECE DESIGNS.

BAER BRAKES ALSO DO A SIMILLAR BRAKE PACKAGE.

AS DO STOPTECH AND ALL THESE COMPANIES OFFER 2 PIECE ROTORS FOR THE GTO UP TO AND OVER 355MM.

THE BEST PART IS THE PRICES.

I CAN LOOK INTO THIS A LITTLE MORE IF ANYONE WISHES.
I DO REGULAR TRIPS TO THE STATES AND SHIP STUFF BACK ALL THE TIME.


i'LL BE GOING OVER AGAIN IN A FEW WEEKS MIGHT BE DOING A BULK BUY ON ET STREETS.

THATS MY 2 CENTS WORTH
CHEERS TO ALL:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

[GTS Listy]

Not really an answer but from stock original fronts from Harrop weigh 13kg 343mm. DBA 5000 with hub are just on 10kg. Correct me if i am wrong.
Original backs from harrop weigh 9kg. DBA one piece 4000 are 7.5kg. Note only 315mm not the 343mm like the fronts.

[RBS MATT]

Not really an answer but from stock original fronts from Harrop weigh 13kg 343mm. DBA 5000 with hub are just on 10kg. Correct me if i am wrong.
Original backs from harrop weigh 9kg. DBA one piece 4000 are 7.5kg. Note only 315mm not the 343mm like the fronts.

That sounds right but as DBA do not do a 1 piece front 343mm rotor i can't confirm the weight.

[seldo]

Thanks for the info Matt. Thankfully, I don't need them yet, but won't be too long.

[RBS MATT]

Thanks for the info Matt. Thankfully, I don't need them yet, but won't be too long.

No worries

[VooDoo]

Matt/Seldo have you seen these 343mm ones?

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/HSV-Premium-343mm-drilled-rotors-for-Harrop-Clubsport_W0QQitemZ140262094130QQihZ004QQcategoryZ 6763QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Dunno if they are any good but they seem cheap

[RBS MATT]

Matt/Seldo have you seen these 343mm ones?

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/HSV-Premium-343mm-drilled-rotors-for-Harrop-Clubsport_W0QQitemZ140262094130QQihZ004QQcategoryZ 6763QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Dunno if they are any good but they seem cheap

Asking me about these rotors is like asking Colonial Sanders if the chicken from the local takeaway shop is any good (lol)but I really think you answered your own question above.I can tell you they are not DBA rotors.On the other hand there is a argument that could be started because there are many who i have talked to who do not like or agree to the plated rotor as it has been proven to retain the heat longer than a unplated rotor and surely when the pad rubs the plating off it has to contaminate the pad to some degree.Plating of the rotor is only done to stop the rust from making the rotor look ugly.

[2 cylinders shy]

Got mine today :woohoo:
I dont want to wate untill the old ones are stuffed to put these on.

[RBS MATT]

Got mine today :woohoo:
I dont want to wate untill the old ones are stuffed to put these on.

Just do it (lol)

[aussie372]

sorry for going OT . Matt i have aquired a set of exV8 supertaxi disks would you know how much to get some hats for them to fit a VT ?
cheers mark

[FatBoy]

Matt - Do you think the VZ AP Kit that Holmart etc are flogging at the moment would be enough on an I.P car ? Specifically a VT / VX ?

If not, what would you recommend ?

Cheers,
Paul...

[.charged.]

Matt - Do you think the VZ AP Kit that Holmart etc are flogging at the moment would be enough on an I.P car ? Specifically a VT / VX ?

If not, what would you recommend ?

Cheers,
Paul...

Unless you come to Mallala Paul..... at Bathurst we bleed the brakes once over the weekend at Mallala they need a bleed after a 6 lapper ;(

[RBS MATT]

sorry for going OT . Matt i have aquired a set of exV8 supertaxi disks would you know how much to get some hats for them to fit a VT ?
cheers mark

There are a few different types of rotors used with different bolt pcd's but i assume the rotors are 375mm x 36mm ? The price on hats depend on what type of bolt up it is as some are a floating type and some are just a bolt up.The other question is if they are 36mm thick what calipers are you going to use ?

Matt - Do you think the VZ AP Kit that Holmart etc are flogging at the moment would be enough on an I.P car ? Specifically a VT / VX ?

If not, what would you recommend ?

cheers,
Paul...

They would work and DBA now have the 2 piece front disc which would help.The price certainly makes them attractive and affordable but to be honest they would not be my first choice as there are better quality calipers and kits out there but these will cost more though.Here are a few things to ponder :You have to have 18" wheels for starters and the caliper and bracket is all 1 part so if you break a mount you need to buy a complete caliper which may be hard to do.
You could still use AP Calipers but there are stronger calipers which have less flex and more pad surface area but a better optioned front and rear kit with racing pads could cost you from $6000 to $8500 depending on 4 or 6 piston,rotor size and pad brand.With a full race orientated kit you could easily spend from $10500 up to $30000 .
I hope i haven't scared you away but if you are only out to have fun then the cheaper option may be the first choice and then you can always sell them and upgrade later if you find you need to.

[RBS MATT]

I would just like to let you know i have received 2 more sets of the 2 piece 350mm front slotted rotors to replace the 1 piece rotor on the AP HSV 4 pot kits.The rotors are still $505 each as they are from the original order i placed 2-3 months ago.
PS.I also have the 362mm and 343mm rotors from the HSV 6 pot kit.