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Old Aug 29, 2011 | 10:34 PM
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Cross drilled/slotted brakes ??

Its time to do the front brakes on my '09 MCS.. I know it's got the bigger 294mm rotors.. Is there a set of cross drilled/slotted rotors available for it? Which ones would they be? I used to work for the local auto parts shop and still get my fantastic discount.. If I can find a way to make this an 'upgrade' over just a replacement.. i'll be happier than a big in ****! Anything I should be aware of?
 
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Old Aug 30, 2011 | 12:42 AM
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I've been happy with these from WMW http://www.waymotorworks.com/front-t...5-r56-r57.html

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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 10:13 PM
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I've been looking for useful OEM available rotors, for the time being, like sourcing larger rotors from other MINIs..

I like the WMW rotors though.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 07:01 AM
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Drilled is over kill for the street. But it is personal preference in what you want. My buddy just added some to his MINI and they look good.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 07:25 AM
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One thing to consider...drilled look good, but extreme heat can cause them to crack...some can make extra noise, but if you want the look..
also some pads wear pretty poorly with drilled rotors from a few posts...
the mini is enough of a nitch car that unless a mainstreen dealer like tire rack or candiian tire sells them, i think you will have to order tham from a specialist....i doubt the sku's are listed or stocked at most auto places. Good luck!!
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 05:16 PM
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Go on ebay. I bought the same kind that wmw has for half the price. Got em on the car and they are great.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 08:34 PM
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I say they are overkill. Just my $.02. But they do look cool.
 
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