Cheapest price on OEM rotors right now

[JSRS6]

Thought I'd post this separate since I kinda buried it in another thread.

Just found this site:


http://Www.germanautoparts.com


fronts are 325.41 and rears are 332.50, curiously enough...


oh, and free shipping over $200.

[JSRS6]

And no, i do not make a dime off this :hihi:

[MaxRS6]

After seeing your other post Josh- I ordered them on Monday and the brown truck dropped this off this evening...I'm putting them on the back shelf inventory for when da time comes..

Here is what they look like

http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz195/MaxRS6/PIC_1507_zps27793360.jpg
http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz195/MaxRS6/PIC_1511_zps515d6feb.jpg

[peiserg]

wow i was going to switch back to OEM from my coleman racing 2 peice brakes since prices had dropped so much... but now that they are back up there... i may as well re use my coleman hats and just purchase a new set of rings for $190.

[JSRS6]

Well that's interesting. Different drill pattern, more holes, arrow pattern. These are zimmermans. I wonder which is better? I want to call them up and see why they send oe style instead of oem rotors with that pn.

[ben916]

dont forget to FREEZE them :)

[4everRS]

Max, those look like rears, am I right? Interesting that they're zimmerman's.

[MaxRS6]

^Yep- Rears

I didn't relaize they would be zimmers and have no experience with them. It will probably be a while b4 I put them on- I wanted a spare set to keep on hand as my current ones are relatively new and in good shape.

[MaxRS6]

dont forget to FREEZE them :)

I left my freeze ray on the transporter that dropped me off on this planet....

[MaxRS6]

German Auto Parts responded to my inquiry. They responded promptly and offered to accept a return if requested. I appreciate their prompt response.

I will give the Zimmers a shot. They seem to have a very good reputation from my very limited research.

German Auto Parts responded to the OEM issue in part with the following:

I guess for clarification, when we state "OriginalEquipment" we are referring to a OEM for Audi Vw, and not
what we deem "Genuine" which is a rotor directly from a Audi/Vw.

With a OEM part there is a noticeable difference in price since we purchase these direct from the manufacturer
rather then a dealership who pays a higher fee for packaging and labeling of the parts (like the Audi rings for
example).

[JSRS6]

Interesting. I wonder how much much they are through Gary, just PM'ed him about it.

[NSU RS6]

German Auto Parts responded to my inquiry. They responded promptly and offered to accept a return if requested. I appreciate their prompt response.

I will give the Zimmers a shot. They seem to have a very good reputation from my very limited research.

German Auto Parts responded to the OEM issue in part with the following:

I guess for clarification, when we state "OriginalEquipment" we are referring to a OEM for Audi Vw, and not
what we deem "Genuine" which is a rotor directly from a Audi/Vw.

With a OEM part there is a noticeable difference in price since we purchase these direct from the manufacturer
rather then a dealership who pays a higher fee for packaging and labeling of the parts (like the Audi rings for
example).



So veeeeeeeeery eenterestink. So I jumped on this GermanAutoParts offer, in an effort to arbitrage the euro, and received my front rotors today, delivered for $325 each. L/H is OEM with all of the proper Audi OEM marks, and the R/H is unmarked, in the same type box, and the same blue plastic wrap. I have not unwrapped them (they will be sitting on a shelf for a while) but they seem to be identical. I have no decent weight or dimensional measuring devices currently, but I do occasionally have access to them. When this opportunity occurs I will take these measurements just for yuks if anything. One thing for certain: these are the biggest a$$ rotors I have ever purchased........much less held in my hands!!!!

[dre]

Rears are coming up as 380 on the site. Price went up in a few days.

[JSRS6]

Boooooooo

[DHall1]

At this rate, someone could start a retread offer for used rotors.

Good thing I have two full sets of spares out back. I'm set for 10 yrs or so.


Rears are coming up as 380 on the site. Price went up in a few days.

[NSU RS6]

I am almost wishing I would have just ponied up for hats and rotors from the companies mentioned previously. Audi absolutely sucks when it comes to supporting their vehicles - even flag ship models. Our cars are ten years old. On Audi's radar, we are barely a blip, and heading towards a false signal. Hats and custom rotors are where it will be. Soon.

[JSRS6]

I think you may be right. But I want to get Randy's impressions on the zimmermans before I make any purchase. But I really do like the Coleman's.

[Elevens]

I have just recently purchased 2Bennet fully Floating 2 piece Rotors, Pagid Black Pads, Stainless Steel Lines and Pentosin Fluid. When I receive and install them I will give My impressions on this setup. I was going for a C6 or a Loba BB setup but I could not justify a near $5000.00 Tag. Especially since I am not Tracking the car anyway....................................

[Elevens]

Rotors, Pads, Lines and Fluid in!! Let you know how it feels after I find the time to install..................

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz237/vintron/P1020053_zps9693026c.jpg


http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz237/vintron/P1020054_zpsfcc4c1ed.jpg

[hahnmgh63]

Be nice to here how the 2Bennett rotors work out, they look good. Do you know who makes the rotors for them?

[ttboost]

Oh man..those are trash can lids!!!!!

[Dynmicracr]

Well that's interesting. Different drill pattern, more holes, arrow pattern. These are zimmermans. I wonder which is better? I want to call them up and see why they send oe style instead of oem rotors with that pn.

Look at the bolt pattern too. That is a one size fits all pattern. Interesting.

[Elevens]

Be nice to here how the 2Bennett rotors work out, they look good. Do you know who makes the rotors for them?


Ken at 2Bennet said that Brembo makes the Rotors for them. These are what they run on their Track car ( That's what I like, Tried and Proven) and Claim they work very well. With the fully floating rotors and pagid pads he claims minimal to no noise or squealing and low Brake dust. I'll report on that after I install........................

[JSRS6]

Really looking forward to your testimonial. I'll be ready to get some in a couple weeks.

[JSRS6]

Look at the bolt pattern too. That is a one size fits all pattern. Interesting.

The drill pattern comment was my brain farting. The rear drill pattern is different than the front, on OEM at least.

[hahnmgh63]

It looks like the drill pattern is the same. Are the cooling vanes straight or curved on the 2Bennett?

[ben916]

Ken at 2Bennet said that Brembo makes the Rotors for them. These are what they run on their Track car ( That's what I like, Tried and Proven) and Claim they work very well. With the fully floating rotors and pagid pads he claims minimal to no noise or squealing and low Brake dust. I'll report on that after I install........................

Holy CRAP!!! those are amazing!!!

Link please!!!

[JSRS6]

http://www.2bennett.com/audi%20rs6.html

[JSRS6]

I don't know whether I want to go Coleman or 2bennett...Coleman pricing is more attractive...

[Elevens]

It looks like the drill pattern is the same. Are the cooling vanes straight or curved on the 2Bennett?


They appear to be straight. There is no right or left Rotor, even though the Hole pattern is unidirectional. We'll have to see how that goes. Anyway moving right along, the Pagids gave me a hard time to install. The Anti-squeal plates made it awfully difficult to fit the Pads. I had to actually Grind of the ends of the Plates to make the pads fit. Got them installed now. Just have to determine the best Bedding procedure. Don't feel like doing 100mph just to get nailed, so I'll wait till later on.......



http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz237/vintron/P1020070_zpsb9fde4b2.jpg

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz237/vintron/P1020071_zpsfdff9751.jpg

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz237/vintron/P1020072_zps17c2020f.jpg

[ben916]

I guess you will have no need for frozen rotors then...

[Elevens]

So far so good. Initial cold bite is excellent. No need for warm up. Did a few Stops from 100mph, very little to no Fade at all. No Vibrations at all. No Squeals or Sqeaks, completely Silent. Probably due to the True Fully Floating nature of the Rotor and the Pagid Black Pads. All in All I am quite happy with the purchase so far. More Expensive, but seem to be well worth it. How they perform at the Track, I can't say. But the boys at 2Bennett use the same rotors to race with but use a different pad. For a Street setup this is way more than adequate and will definitely stop you in a hurry. Still watching the Dust situation, but so far it seems to be quite Minimal........

[JSRS6]

Price update:

partsgeek has rotors for 277/front and 284/rear.

also, if you make 2 separate orders, you can save an additional 15.

use coupon code save 15 on each order to save 15 dollars each.

will update on quality when they arrive.

[Dynmicracr]

I got the JHM ones and overall I am very happy as well. The previous owner had the EBC redstuff. I hated those pads. I went with the stoptech pads and these rotors. Not only is the dust very low, there is no vibration and the responsiveness seems good.

http://imageshack.us/a/img829/9136/img20130216140657.jpg

[JSRS6]

Received my fronts this morning on my doorstep, and i can confirm these are OE. The rears will be here on the 27th. Will update when those come in.

$549 for front rotors

$523 for rear rotors

[Brav]

I got the JHM ones and overall I am very happy as well. The previous owner had the EBC redstuff. I hated those pads. I went with the stoptech pads and these rotors. Not only is the dust very low, there is no vibration and the responsiveness seems good.

http://imageshack.us/a/img829/9136/img20130216140657.jpg

Good to hear about the JHM and Stoptech pads. I was going to try those pads next. No fade from super hard stops from say 90+?

[Dynmicracr]

Good to hear about the JHM and Stoptech pads. I was going to try those pads next. No fade from super hard stops from say 90+?

I cant say that I have tried a stop from 90+. I live in the Bay Area, CA, getting to 90 is challenging enough. Braking from that would cause a pileup of enormous proportions. Stay tuned to your favorite news channel tonight. ;)

In all seriousness I got the street pad. There was a pad they offered that was one level up that might be better if you are concerned about brake fade. I do occasional twisties so the street pad was fine for me.

[10SecS4]

Wow, you guys are crazy for spending that kinda coin on rotors. I just bought mine for $38.61 apiece plus shipping. :incar:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/WAGNER-BD126106-Front-Brake-Rotor-Disc-/150859570424?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ARS6&hash=item231fee5cf8&vxp=mtr

[DHall1]

Josh

You have a link for these? Pic?


Received my fronts this morning on my doorstep, and i can confirm these are OE. The rears will be here on the 27th. Will update when those come in.

$549 for front rotors

$523 for rear rotors

[Dynmicracr]

Wow, you guys are crazy for spending that kinda coin on rotors. I just bought mine for $38.61 apiece plus shipping. :incar:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/WAGNER-BD126106-Front-Brake-Rotor-Disc-/150859570424?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ARS6&hash=item231fee5cf8&vxp=mtr

That is the same rotor that is listed as a rotor for a Volkswagen Passat in some cases.

I see varying specs:

Your outer diameter is 320MM
The OEM rotor size is 365mm

Your rotor thickness is 29.9mm
OEM Rotor thickness is 34.0

I *think* the correct Wagner PN you wanted was BD180229 and BD180230. Lets hope you are getting what you think you are. Keep us posted as to what is delivered and how it fits.

[10SecS4]

I'm almost positive I'm going to get the wrong rotors but it does say RS6 so I'm going to give them hell if they don't make good and give me the correct rotors for the price I paid.

[Dynmicracr]

I'm almost positive I'm going to get the wrong rotors but it does say RS6 so I'm going to give them hell if they don't make good and give me the correct rotors for the price I paid.

Then again they could blame you for not doing your homework and grant you a refund. That is before they deduct the amount for you shipping them back to them and maybe even a restocking fee. Them giving you $1000 in free rotors (Rock Auto charges 510 for each of those part #'s I listed above) I see highly unlikely. No matter how good they want their customer service to be.

[JSRS6]

Josh

You have a link for these? Pic?

Got them on partsgeek.

Will go out and take pics, but they are oem.

[hahnmgh63]

Yea, and those cheap Wagner Ebay rotors are also coded as China for country of manufacture, good luck with those.

[lswing]

Wow, you guys are crazy for spending that kinda coin on rotors. I just bought mine for $38.61 apiece plus shipping. :incar:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/WAGNER-BD126106-Front-Brake-Rotor-Disc-/150859570424?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ARS6&hash=item231fee5cf8&vxp=mtr

Really? I thought you were just poking at the hornets nest...

[lswing]

A bunch of goodness...dang, might just order me some!

http://www.partsgeek.com/mmparts/brake_rotors/audi/rs6.html