Ok I have noticed that with my new meats that my braking has increased a little, I was thinking about getting me some slotted roters because I have heard that by doing this it helps remove the heat created which allows you to break better. Ok the question is is it worth it, are the slotted roters going to help me slow down quicker or will I just have a cool looking roter behind my new wheels?

 

Slotted rotors are better but you may not really notice a huge difference unless you race or tow heavy loads alot. Reason is that during race braking and towing your brakes warm up faster and with the slotted rotors will cool faster than a solid set. For regular daily driving slotted rotors may just last a little longer than a solid set. If you are looking for better stopping power and what you do is regular driving, look into better pads or even performance calipers that are larger and have a higher PSI rating for stopping.

 

Remember all the slotted or drilled rotors do for you is allowing the gas build-up between the rotor and the pad escape. That reduces lowers heat buildup.

It also helps prevent "glazing"; the slot will help keep the surface of the pad in better condition.

On my Avenger I added Slotted, Drilled rotors on it and added quality pads. I could tell a huge difference in my braking power. But do not go with drilled unless you are willing to deal with the cracks that can happen between the holes. I do not have any cracks on mine but I put high quality parts on it. Also I do not abuse it.

 

I agree with Foiled.
Don't get the drilled rotors.
Slotted is enough.
With the rotors drilled as well as slotted, the overal mass of the rotor is reduced and therefore the heat dissipating quality of the rotor is reduced.
Also, the problems with the cracks.
Go with slotted rotors onlyand upgrade the pads and the calipers.
That's the way to go.
Al.

 

Thanks guys, I think I am going to go with the slotted rotors. I do tow so I do need the ability to stop a larger mass, thanks again guys.

 

whats a good way to upgrade the brakes in a 1500

swap in teh 3500 setup?