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Thanks Dan, you and Vivid Racing were a pleasure to work with. The rotors look even better in person, and the attention to detail is amazing. I can't wait to get them on the car and give 'em a try. PBIR on Feb 4th, I'll be sure to let you know how they performed, but I can already tell that I will be impressed.


 
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Thanks Dan, you and Vivid Racing were a pleasure to work with. The rotors look even better in person, and the attention to detail is amazing. I can't wait to get them on the car and give 'em a try. PBIR on Feb 4th, I'll be sure to let you know how they performed, but I can already tell that I will be impressed.


Doc you gonna break those in for SuperCar weekend run next week? Very nice!
 
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Doc you gonna break those in for SuperCar weekend run next week? Very nice!
It all depends if the new tires come in before then, I want to do the change all at the same time. It would however give me a good chance to bed in the brakes before the next track day. I'll meet up with you guys once you're southbound on I-95, just dial me up. BTW, I'm in for the supercar event/the Rolex 24/the OAC meet/and the Cars for the Cure (among others ). I can't wait to show you these beautiful new rotors, just be prepared to order a set. I will be purchasing the rears as soon as they become available...Dan, can you put me on the waiting list?
 
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Swatdoc - that is awesome LOL. I am putting this on my blog - www.vividracing.com/blog
 
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Just by looking at the pictures....are they discs the same thinckness as stock? and is the minimum thickness requirement the same? Can these be turned?
 
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Just by looking at the pictures....are they discs the same thinckness as stock? and is the minimum thickness requirement the same? Can these be turned?
YES, these are an exact match to the overall diameter, thickness, and annulus of the OEM discs.

The starting thickness is 34mm, and the recommended minimum thickness is 32mm.

These discs should not be turned, and for that matter, there is no real reason that it will ever be necessary. The 2pc. design eliminates the possibility of warpage, and there is no need to ever have to remove material from the disc.
 
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any pics swatdoc?
 
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What does this set cost?
 
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Swatdoc any updates? Rear rotors are now available too
 
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Yes....REAR's ARE NOW AVAILABLE !!!

- 5lbs. of Weight Savings
- Full Floating
- Type 3 Slotted Pattern
- Superior Metallurgy
- Improved Performance AND Longevity
(as much as 2-3 times the lifespan of OEM and competitor products)
- Allows for full use of handbrake/parking brake !!!


___ OEM ___ 350x28mm rear: 21.9 lbs

__ Brembo __ 2pc. 350x28 rear: 16.9 lbs


 

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I snagged a set from ..... and saved a coule hundred bucks, FWTW.
They certainly are great quailty and last a looong time.
 

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Dan, you have a PM. Do I need to call you to order the rear rotors/pads? I have meetings tomorrow morning, but can call you as soon as I step out of the office. If not, you can use all the same info from my previous purchase. Track day on Feb 4th at PBIR, I'll be sure to get you some good photos/video of the event. I would like to have the rear rotors/pads on the car before the Homestead-Miami track days (Feb 14th-15th) if at all possible. Again I'll shoot photos/video for you as well, thanks again for all your help. Great product, great service.
 
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