JNP1227

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Its time to change out my front brakes (rotors +pads). Currently have OEM rotors + Akebono pads.

Thinking of going StopTech blank or slotted cyro treated rotors to extend the life of them. Anybody have any experience with Cyro rotors? Is it worth the extra money?

arentz07

I'd say if you're going to be driving the car hard, go for it. Those StopTech rotors are more expensive though. For reference, a pair of OEM front rotors for my GTI runs me about $240 (note, the ones I bought are zinc-treated to reduce corrosion), whereas the StopTech cryo-treated rotors from Tire Rack are more like $330 combined. However, I will say, compared to "sport" rotors from OEMs, they are actually quite similar in price. If it really has the benefits claimed, sounds like a no-brainer.

JNP1227

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Yeah they are pricey.

EM rotors for fronts lasted me close to 40k (pads are worn unevenly + rotor warped) so debating to upgrade. Thinking anything above blanks is overkill and waste of money

LeX2K

Cryo rotors are awesome, they do stand up better but you have to plan to keep your car for a long time and make sure the pads are replaced on time.