Brake rotor question

[phillipj]

I'm about to replace the front brakes on my 99 996. After searching the net I found Porsche OEM and Zimmerman. Porsche's are a bit cheaper ($119 a piece compared to $130.)

Should I go for the OEM replacements? Has anyone had experience with the Zimmerman rotors?

Also, Should I go with the Pagid pads or the Porsche pads?

Thanks for any input here.

Phillipj

Edited May 30, 2007 by phillipj

[99C2_Riyanto]

Go with Porsche's. I'm currently using the exact combination you're asking about: Zimmerman rotors and Pagid OE replacement pads.

I find the zimmerman rotors work great on street and track, but there is a section of the rotor that is not coated like the Porsche's. So, that section will rust overtime unless you coat it with something. This is just an appearance thing, but why bother? Stick with Porsche's if you can find it cheaper.

As for pads, I can't say what the difference is with Porsche's and Pagid's basic OE replacement pads. They look identical and perform identically in my opinion. So, why not go with the Porsche's if it costs the same or cheaper? By the way, Porsche has a "sport" replacement pads, which may be comparable to Pagid Blue pads. Check with sunset or suncoast. That may interest you and please post your feedback if you go with the Porsche "sport" pads. I'm curious myself.

By the way, don't forget to replace the vibration dampeners. If you don't, the new pads will squeal like a schoolbus, then you have to redo it :cursing: I've been there.

[phillipj]

Go with Porsche's. I'm currently using the exact combination you're asking about: Zimmerman rotors and Pagid OE replacement pads.

I find the zimmerman rotors work great on street and track, but there is a section of the rotor that is not coated like the Porsche's. So, that section will rust overtime unless you coat it with something. This is just an appearance thing, but why bother? Stick with Porsche's if you can find it cheaper.

As for pads, I can't say what the difference is with Porsche's and Pagid's basic OE replacement pads. They look identical and perform identically in my opinion. So, why not go with the Porsche's if it costs the same or cheaper? By the way, Porsche has a "sport" replacement pads, which may be comparable to Pagid Blue pads. Check with sunset or suncoast. That may interest you and please post your feedback if you go with the Porsche "sport" pads. I'm curious myself.

By the way, don't forget to replace the vibration dampeners. If you don't, the new pads will squeal like a schoolbus, then you have to redo it :cursing: I've been there.

Rivanto,

Thanks for the input! I hate rust. :censored: I will go with the OEM rotors. As for the sport pads.. I'll do the research and let you know what happens. This forum rocks.

Thanks again,

Phillipj

[LVDell]

OEM rotors. OEM pads if street driving, Pagid pads if driving on the track. If doing both, swap pads between each event.

[phillipj]

OEM rotors. OEM pads if street driving, Pagid pads if driving on the track. If doing both, swap pads between each event.

Thanks LVDell,

I don't track the car so I will go with OEM all the way around. Appreciate your input.

Phillipj

[LVDell]

very welcome. my input comes form many years of tracking (and street driving) a 996CAB and a GT3. I think you will be very happy with your choice of the OEM setup.

[phillipj]

Thanks, I covet your GT3 LOL!

Phillipj