Got my 17" Billet Specialties in...*Updated pics 5/24*
05-04-2010, 11:06 PM
#26
Most factory size rotors for the F-body are non-direction rotors. Unless you know the specific brand of his rotors, you do not know if they are directional or not.
It is a popular misconception that drilling in a disc determine the direction of rotation. In truth, for an internally vented drilled disc, the geometry of the vanes dictates the direction of rotation.
There are three vane types in use:
It is a popular misconception that drilling in a disc determine the direction of rotation. In truth, for an internally vented drilled disc, the geometry of the vanes dictates the direction of rotation.
There are three vane types in use:
- Pillar vane (comprised of many small posts)
- Straight
- Curved vane
Last edited by MadIceV8; 05-04-2010 at 11:19 PM.
05-07-2010, 02:56 AM
#28
Staging Lane
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 71
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Most factory size rotors for the F-body are non-direction rotors. Unless you know the specific brand of his rotors, you do not know if they are directional or not.
It is a popular misconception that drilling in a disc determine the direction of rotation. In truth, for an internally vented drilled disc, the geometry of the vanes dictates the direction of rotation.
There are three vane types in use:
It is a popular misconception that drilling in a disc determine the direction of rotation. In truth, for an internally vented drilled disc, the geometry of the vanes dictates the direction of rotation.
There are three vane types in use:
- Pillar vane (comprised of many small posts)
- Straight
- Curved vane
hey not to burst you bubble but the info you provided has nothing to do with slotted rotors. thats all about vented rotors the vents being in betwene the actual 2 rotor surfaces. slotted rotors are slotted on the surfaces of the rotor and are directional and those slots are designed to vent gasses outward. so yes the rotors are on backward and no its not a huge deal but the braking could be affected.
oh and might not be a good thing all the heat being directed to center of wheel
05-07-2010, 12:25 PM
#29
hey not to burst you bubble but the info you provided has nothing to do with slotted rotors. thats all about vented rotors the vents being in betwene the actual 2 rotor surfaces. slotted rotors are slotted on the surfaces of the rotor and are directional and those slots are designed to vent gasses outward. so yes the rotors are on backward and no its not a huge deal but the braking could be affected.
oh and might not be a good thing all the heat being directed to center of wheel
oh and might not be a good thing all the heat being directed to center of wheel
If you look at Bear vented rotors that at slotted, the direction on the slot's are opposite of the vents. Whereas some brands make it where the slots and vanes are in the same direction. And finally the direction on the slots does not matter if the rotors are non directional. I provided crude image's below that are both correct.
*If you or anyone would like to discuss this further send me a PM. Be prepared to disprove me with factual data, not just what you think.
Last edited by MadIceV8; 05-07-2010 at 12:31 PM.
05-07-2010, 03:47 PM
#31
Staging Lane
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 71
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
You still haven't busted my bubble as that is still not true in all cases. Drilling can refer to both slots and the drilled holes.
If you look at Bear vented rotors that at slotted, the direction on the slot's are opposite of the vents. Whereas some brands make it where the slots and vanes are in the same direction. And finally the direction on the slots does not matter if the rotors are non directional. I provided crude image's below that are both correct.
*If you or anyone would like to discuss this further send me a PM. Be prepared to disprove me with factual data, not just what you think.
If you look at Bear vented rotors that at slotted, the direction on the slot's are opposite of the vents. Whereas some brands make it where the slots and vanes are in the same direction. And finally the direction on the slots does not matter if the rotors are non directional. I provided crude image's below that are both correct.
*If you or anyone would like to discuss this further send me a PM. Be prepared to disprove me with factual data, not just what you think.
NOT BEING A DICK JUST STATING WHAT I KNOW FROM MY EXPERIENCE IN SPECIALTY AFTERMARKET PARTS. and im dropping it.
but BTW the wheels look great LS1redZ ever think of personalizing them just a bit like paint the channel on the center of spokes to match your car or black to match emblems J/W
05-08-2010, 03:06 AM
#32
LS1RedZ - I don't believe they are directional. When you get a chance just take a wheel off and look at the top of the rotor to see if the vanes are curved. If they are curved then they need to be installed in a certain direction. You can see the photo's I posted for reference.
05-17-2010, 11:14 AM
#35
Well I went to put the wheels on but both of the front tires were going the same way. I had to bring the wheel back to Discount this morning for them to re-mount it. Pics will be up tomorrow or the next day if the weather stays nice! I'll snap some with the digital camera and then get one of my friends to take some GOOD pics. I ended up going with the M&H 325/45 Drag Radials for the rear! They look pretty good.
05-19-2010, 04:12 PM
#36
LS1Tech Co-Founder
iTrader: (34)
I'd love to see pics, glad you like them.
Y'know one thing to consider when folks order wheels, some folks like the wheels to sit out, almost or completely flush with the outer body, and some like them to have a little tuck more like stock wheels. This point is something to consider if/when you order wheels from Billet Specialties. I think most of the guys on here like the wheels to sit out a bit, gives the car a more aggressive look. When I've ordered wheels I can move the backspacing around a lot. I am also looking forward to pics of Kevin's fronts when you gonna take pics man!
Y'know one thing to consider when folks order wheels, some folks like the wheels to sit out, almost or completely flush with the outer body, and some like them to have a little tuck more like stock wheels. This point is something to consider if/when you order wheels from Billet Specialties. I think most of the guys on here like the wheels to sit out a bit, gives the car a more aggressive look. When I've ordered wheels I can move the backspacing around a lot. I am also looking forward to pics of Kevin's fronts when you gonna take pics man!
05-20-2010, 11:14 PM
#37
Y'know one thing to consider when folks order wheels, some folks like the wheels to sit out, almost or completely flush with the outer body, and some like them to have a little tuck more like stock wheels. This point is something to consider if/when you order wheels from Billet Specialties. I think most of the guys on here like the wheels to sit out a bit, gives the car a more aggressive look. When I've ordered wheels I can move the backspacing around a lot. I am also looking forward to pics of Kevin's fronts when you gonna take pics man!
. 
