Drilled or not drilled? -- rear brake rotors for V70R

mr_chase · Post by **mr_chase** » 04 Mar 2008, 06:31

I need to replace my rear brake rotors in my '98 V70R. I see on FCP Groton, that there are two kinds: Zimmerman drilled $53.00 or the not-drilled, $32.00.

Does anyone have any pros and cons for using (or not using) drilled rotors; i.e., is it worth the extra $20??

And which kind of brake pads are recommended: OEM Volvo or ceramic, etc.?

chuckcintron · Post by **chuckcintron** » 04 Mar 2008, 06:49

I always use the Volvo pads...have had nothing but problems with squealing, even with 'high quality' aftermarket.

80% of the braking energy is expended at the front of the car, so I don't think it's too important to have those rear (solid) discs cross-drilled. However, I did get them for my car just because I'm anal and I wanted the front and rear to look the same.

-Chuck

mr_chase · Post by **mr_chase** » 10 Mar 2008, 06:55

Are the Zimmermann brake rotors that FCP sells worth buying? The sell on FCP for $35 each, but my local Volvo dealer wants $106 for each OEM Volvo. Is there much difference?

For a 98 V70R AWD

turbotim2 · Post by **turbotim2** » 10 Mar 2008, 08:57

I personnally use the Brembo rotors that FCP sells. I like them, they are not drilled. I really don't have a need for drilled rotors as their benefit is really only noticed under extreme performance conditions.

Post by **tailor** » 10 Mar 2008, 19:38

mr_chase,

Below find a link to rotors that Ozark Lee kindly supplied. The rotors that they had for sale are now sold. They do have more so give them a call as they are in Canada, eh!

Inquiries for any auto parts welcome. Call us at 519-657-6769 or email to: [email protected]

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