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Drilled and Slotted Rotor Question

Discussion in 'Performance and Tuning' started by 10TundraSR5, Dec 29, 2020.

  1. Dec 29, 2020 at 4:32 AM
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    10TundraSR5

    10TundraSR5 [OP] Happy Tundra owner

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    My next door neighbor owns a 2007 regular cab Tundra and through a shipping error, he has an extra set of brand new drilled and slotted rotors he wants to give me. I'm at 147,000 miles and I believe still on the original OEM rotors (truck bought at 109,000 miles). No issues with them at all but they have been turned before. Anyone see any draw backs going with the new ones? I do not know what brand they are but plan on finding out first. Anyone know of any brands to stay away from? I replaced the brake pads 2 springs ago and they are in very good condition. I'm pretty sure they'll fit but will do some digging. Any advice on drilled and slotted rotors is greatly appreciated. Thanks members!
     
  2. Dec 29, 2020 at 5:48 AM
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    timsp8

    timsp8 Former Tundra owner for 13 years

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    Some will say drilled rotors crack easy. I’ve used them for years and never had any issues. I’d say if you’re on original rotors at 147k, it wouldn’t hurt to switch them out.
     
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  3. Dec 29, 2020 at 5:51 AM
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    Deuxlatch

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    I have the upgraded 16" TRD Big Brake kit with drilled and slotted rotors. Be prepared to kiss the windshield a few times.
     
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  4. Dec 29, 2020 at 6:36 AM
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    Johnsonman

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    LED headlamps/fogs; interior footlamps.
    I've had drilled (StopTech), you will Feel the holes as you brake, not shaking just a nubby feel. I mean its OK but I prefer not to feel the nubs every time I brake.

    Slots are great when excess water builds up between pad/rotor.

    Angled vanes are the best, yet difficult to find. Those have angled vanes that scoop the air in for superior cooling compared to straight vanes.
     

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