Slotted Vs. Drilled Rotors - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Jester06 · 03-02-2015, 04:17 PM

So I'm looking at new rotors soon, and was wondering which is better, drilled or slotted. What are the differences and are there any pro's and con's between the two?

Dexman1349 · 03-02-2015, 04:31 PM

General consensus is that slotted are better. The slots are more efficient at removing gas buildup and are less prone to cracking.

I have slotted/dimpled rotors on Bee. Same effect as both, but doesn't have the cracking issues of drilled.

Jester06 · 03-02-2015, 05:11 PM

I was looking at Brembo rotors but what are some other good brands to go with?

BMR Sales · 03-02-2015, 05:12 PM

Drilled are very prone to cracking, even when cryogenically treated. I would suggest Slotted!

Apex Motorsports · 03-02-2015, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by BMR Sales

Drilled are very prone to cracking, even when cryogenically treated. I would suggest Slotted!

This.

Destructo09 · 03-02-2015, 05:54 PM

You need new rotors on a 2013? How many miles have you put on that thing?

Unless of course you just are looking for something different looking.

Like said, drilled are prone to cracking, but I will say I think most of the cracking is when used very heavily like on the track. Slotted is better though, just make sure they aren't the kind that are slotted all the way through.

UF4LIFE102SS · 03-02-2015, 06:02 PM

I got R1Concepts drilled and slotted.

Jester06 · 03-02-2015, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Destructo09

You need new rotors on a 2013? How many miles have you put on that thing?

Unless of course you just are looking for something different looking.

Like said, drilled are prone to cracking, but I will say I think most of the cracking is when used very heavily like on the track. Slotted is better though, just make sure they aren't the kind that are slotted all the way through.

I was looking for some newer ones for when tax refund comes in, and was just curious the difference

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Merc · 03-02-2015, 10:27 PM

Slotted only is the way to go, drilled can crack.

I have DBA's on Pumpkin, two piece on the front, I track regulary.

Merc · 03-02-2015, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dexman1349

General consensus is that slotted are better. The slots are more efficient at removing gas buildup and are less prone to cracking.

I have slotted/dimpled rotors on Bee. Same effect as both, but doesn't have the cracking issues of drilled.

Team STILLEN · 03-03-2015, 02:03 PM

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Purchase any of our Rotors and receive free pads.

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BMR Sales · 03-05-2015, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Destructo09

You need new rotors on a 2013? How many miles have you put on that thing?

Unless of course you just are looking for something different looking.

Like said, drilled are prone to cracking, but I will say I think most of the cracking is when used very heavily like on the track. Slotted is better though, just make sure they aren't the kind that are slotted all the way through.

I've seen Brand New Drilled Rotors with tiny hairline cracks

Rob@WretchedMS · 03-05-2015, 04:52 PM

Drilled rotors come in a big range of quality.
Poor quality drilled rotors can be down right dangerous,
High Quality drilled rotors are much more reliable, but are not as durable as slotted.

If you are looking for looks over performance, with no track time then drilled rotors might be ok providing they are high quality.
If you are looking for performance, and/or have track time in the future, then you will want slotted.

We offer a number of Quality Packages that not only save you money, but will allow you to choose what the best options are as well as any other related items that you might like. If you would like me to provide you with a link to our brake packages for your car let me know.

KaBoom1701 · 03-05-2015, 05:41 PM

Beside the "cool" factory these slotted or drilled rotors provide is there any proof of increased performance on the 5th Gen Camaro?

03-02-2015, 04:17 PM	#1
Jester06 Drives: 2013 White L99 SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Great Falls, VA Posts: 225	Slotted Vs. Drilled Rotors So I'm looking at new rotors soon, and was wondering which is better, drilled or slotted. What are the differences and are there any pro's and con's between the two? __________________ Current HP/Torque: 413HP/413 Torque Current mods: Pfadt Tri-y Headers with Hi-Flow Cats, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle body, CAI intake by Cold Air Inductions, Apex Air Scoop/Washer relocation set, RX Catch Can, Stainless Works 3" retro Chambered cat back exhaust, Flex Fuel sensor, 3.91 gear ratio, BMR rear trailing arms, BMR Rear Toe rods Future Mods: GPI's SS3 VVT cam, 3600 stall triple disc torque converter, Fast LSX 102mm throttle body

03-02-2015, 04:31 PM	#2
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	General consensus is that slotted are better. The slots are more efficient at removing gas buildup and are less prone to cracking. I have slotted/dimpled rotors on Bee. Same effect as both, but doesn't have the cracking issues of drilled. __________________ 2/7/2014: 419 hp, 419 tq Cosmetic: ZL1 front w/mailslot, painted stripes, powdercoated SS rims, tow hook, and full chrome delete Suspension: Pfadt subframe bushings, Pfadt rear UCA bushings, Z28 Upper control arms, Spohn trailing arms with BMR trailing arm & differential bushings, ZL1 Toe Rods and springs, Prothane radius arm inserts & steering rack bushing, Pfadt Sport front sway, FE4 conversion w/ DS rear sway, Pfadt strut brace Drivetrain: RMCR tune, CAI intake, Kooks headers, hi-flo cats & exhaust, VMAX TB, ZL1 fuel pump, LSR Tri-Ax shifter Bumblebee Racecar Build

03-02-2015, 05:11 PM	#3
Jester06 Drives: 2013 White L99 SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Great Falls, VA Posts: 225	I was looking at Brembo rotors but what are some other good brands to go with? __________________ Current HP/Torque: 413HP/413 Torque Current mods: Pfadt Tri-y Headers with Hi-Flow Cats, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle body, CAI intake by Cold Air Inductions, Apex Air Scoop/Washer relocation set, RX Catch Can, Stainless Works 3" retro Chambered cat back exhaust, Flex Fuel sensor, 3.91 gear ratio, BMR rear trailing arms, BMR Rear Toe rods Future Mods: GPI's SS3 VVT cam, 3600 stall triple disc torque converter, Fast LSX 102mm throttle body

03-02-2015, 05:54 PM	#6
Destructo09 Drives: 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS/LS3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Raleigh-Durham Posts: 1,409	You need new rotors on a 2013? How many miles have you put on that thing? Unless of course you just are looking for something different looking. Like said, drilled are prone to cracking, but I will say I think most of the cracking is when used very heavily like on the track. Slotted is better though, just make sure they aren't the kind that are slotted all the way through. __________________ 2010 2SS BMR 1" Springs Koni Orange struts/shocks 1LE rear sway bar SRP Racing Pedals Hurst Billet short shifter Square tire/wheel setup Elite Engineering Catch Can Stainless Power longtubes/highflow cats K&N Typhoon CAI RPM Motorsports of Garner, NC dyno tune (421 RWHP)

03-02-2015, 06:02 PM	#7
UF4LIFE102SS Treasure Coast Camaro 5 Drives: 2010 2 SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Vero Beach, FL. Posts: 4,239 View My Garage	I got R1Concepts drilled and slotted. __________________

03-02-2015, 05:12 PM	#4
BMR Sales Drives: Race Car Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Seffner, FL Posts: 6,226	Drilled are very prone to cracking, even when cryogenically treated. I would suggest Slotted!

03-02-2015, 10:27 PM	#9
Merc In The Circle Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SSRS IOM M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Abbotsford BC Canada Posts: 11,310	Slotted only is the way to go, drilled can crack. I have DBA's on Pumpkin, two piece on the front, I track regulary. __________________ My Build Thread

03-03-2015, 02:03 PM	#11
Team STILLEN Drives: Varies Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Costa Mesa, CA Posts: 2,182	Our brake special is back. Purchase any of our Rotors and receive free pads. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=257770 Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks JT

03-05-2015, 04:52 PM	#13
Rob@WretchedMS Drives: His Wife Crazy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Silas Deane Auto,CT Name: Rob Anderson Posts: 1,789	Drilled rotors come in a big range of quality. Poor quality drilled rotors can be down right dangerous, High Quality drilled rotors are much more reliable, but are not as durable as slotted. If you are looking for looks over performance, with no track time then drilled rotors might be ok providing they are high quality. If you are looking for performance, and/or have track time in the future, then you will want slotted. We offer a number of Quality Packages that not only save you money, but will allow you to choose what the best options are as well as any other related items that you might like. If you would like me to provide you with a link to our brake packages for your car let me know.

03-05-2015, 05:41 PM	#14
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,631	Beside the "cool" factory these slotted or drilled rotors provide is there any proof of increased performance on the 5th Gen Camaro? __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.