Warped front rotors.. $140 to machine them. Should I just buy new sets?

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Old 08-08-2016 | 03:14 PM
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Warped front rotors.. $140 to machine them. Should I just buy new sets?

So I took my G to dealership to fix some stuffs under warranty.

One of the issues was vibrating when I'm braking especially in high speed.

Consultant called me just now and told me that two front rotors are warped and they need to machine them. Quoted me $140.

I have non-sport G37x Sedan and I can't really find rate for fixing warped OEM front rotors. But it looks like it ranges $30~$70(each) to replace the whole rotor from autozone.

Should I machine them in the dealership? I know, it's definitely not worth the money but if the vibration doesn't go away, I can at least ask them for refund or others.

Other option for me is this:
Front Kit Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors Ceramic Pads Fits 2008 2013 G37 | eBay
I was actually thinking about upgrading my front/rear rotors to these and get aftermarket calipers separately. I'm not sure if its all worth it through.. even though the seller has great rating, it's still an ebay prodcuts.

What do you guys think?
Old 08-08-2016 | 03:21 PM
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buy new... just get slotted..
Old 08-08-2016 | 03:28 PM
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sounds like the perfect time to upgrade to BBK. If not, then I'd at least upgrade to slotted rotors and better pads, maybe even some SS lines. StopTech sells a great kit for the non sports at a very reasonable price.
Old 08-08-2016 | 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Daddy Fat Sacs
sounds like the perfect time to upgrade to BBK. If not, then I'd at least upgrade to slotted rotors and better pads, maybe even some SS lines. StopTech sells a great kit for the non sports at a very reasonable price.
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Old 08-08-2016 | 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by micafd3s
buy new... just get slotted..
Originally Posted by Daddy Fat Sacs
sounds like the perfect time to upgrade to BBK. If not, then I'd at least upgrade to slotted rotors and better pads, maybe even some SS lines. StopTech sells a great kit for the non sports at a very reasonable price.
I would love to get BBKs.. but those are out of my budget at this time.

Looks like I should go for these http://www.ebay.com/itm/401058968280?rmvSB=true

Why are calipers so expensive?!
Old 08-08-2016 | 03:42 PM
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This a brake question, not a sedan question. Plenty of info in the brake subforum of the OP's specific problem.
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The stoptech rotors(drill/slotted) I bought lasted me the longest
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I would definitely steer clear of those chinabay rotors and pads man, the quality is total trash. OEM are a tad more expensive and are far superior in quality, for non Sport brakes, just replace with OEM and be done. If you're feeling sporty, grab some name brand slotted rotors and Hawk Pads. BTW, turning your current rotors at autozone is like $10 a piece, they are straight robbing you.
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Originally Posted by SlateBlue G
The stoptech rotors(drill/slotted) I bought lasted me the longest
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I would definitely steer clear of those chinabay rotors and pads man, the quality is total trash. OEM are a tad more expensive and are far superior in quality, for non Sport brakes, just replace with OEM and be done. If you're feeling sporty, grab some name brand slotted rotors and Hawk Pads. BTW, turning your current rotors at autozone is like $10 a piece, they are straight robbing you.
I wasn't expecting much spending alot. I might just fix the warp... Do you guys know any good website to find good price for 4 rotors for sedan? I'm looking at those at tirerack.

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Old 08-08-2016 | 04:16 PM
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Shouldn't cost $140 to resurface them.

I believe autozone or oreilly charge $10- $20 per rotor to be resurfaced. You just have to bring them the actual rotor which means you have to remove it yourself.
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just from personal experience.. of course this is track.. not street
but have had cross drilled rotors develop hairline cracks on three sets.. slotted none..
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Yeah, I wasn't planning to spend money on the brakes yet.

I found nearby shop which will re-surface the two front rotors for $70.


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