Need help choosing rotors and pads

[Temp3st]

Hey guys i did a search but as i'm at work i cant dig too deep, i urgently need some information. My rear brakes are trashed, they need new rotors, pads and rebuild kits. I've sorted the rebuild kits out however as for pads and rotors i dont know which ones to go for, so my question is this: Which pads n rotors would you guys recommend? The car doesnt get tracked or anything like that, it gets mountain runs occasionally and a bit of spirited driving but thats about it. Any information would be much appreciated. Cheers.

[dougie_504]

Just get some OEM rotors off somebody here, and have them machined. Front's do most of the work anyway bro. You can slot/drill them before they go on if you want but I don't think that's worth it. That's my opinion.

[Temp3st]

Aight man yeah a cheapish solution for me at this stage as I'm strapped for cash cheers mang

[markismaximus]

You can slot/drill them before they go on if you want but I don't think that's worth it. That's my opinion.

I've read drilling rotors that were never intended to be drilled creates weak spots and can lead to cracking...

[dougie_504]

I've read drilling rotors that were never intended to be drilled creates weak spots and can lead to cracking...


I've heard similar claims and from what I understand that depends on the quality of the workmanship. If they're not slotted and drilled in the appropriate areas or with the appropriate spacing then yes, but if it's done and spaced properly it's fine.

[Temp3st]

Haha thanks for all the info guys I love it how everyone knows so much!

[dougie_504]

You're most welcome. Rear rotors though to be honest I wouldn't bother having them slotted/drilled. Fronts yes, but only if you do occasional entertaining drives through winding roads etc.

[Temp3st]

Thanks man ill remember that for the next civic, this one is actually getting sold and I didn't wanna leave problems for the next owner that's why its all getting replaced

[dougie_504]

Then get OEM rotors and don't even bother having them machined lol. Just stick them on - as long as they're functional!

[MM89]

Just get some OEM rotors off somebody here, and have them machined. Front's do most of the work anyway bro. You can slot/drill them before they go on if you want but I don't think that's worth it. That's my opinion.

There is no benefit in drilling or slotting the Oem rotors. It would be more prone to cracking as well. Proper slotted or drilled rotors should be heat treated and cooled slowly. The only reason why I would personally go for a slotted type rotor is so that they can accept a high coefficient of friction brake pad without having excessive rotor wear because of a higher carbon content. Slots or drills aren't exactly necessary.