The EBC OE replacement rotors or UPR (Ultimax Plain Rotor) series as we call them are a direct size for size replacement brake rotor made with quality grey iron as used by the OEM builders.

These rotors are non slotted and are exact copies of the OEM designs . There are two types of rotors fitted to today’s modern vehicles, the “Solid” and the “Vented” type brake rotor. Consumers often confuse vented rotors with drilled rotors but the fact is if your car is fitted with a vented rotor, you must replace it with the same vented rotor for it to fit and work correctly on your vehicle.

The expression “vented”, merely refers to a rotor which has two separating braking faces separated by a “Vaned” core which serves to ventilate the rotor and improve cooling. Vented rotors are normally used on higher performance brake rotor placements and almost all modern cars feature vented rotors.

Many cars still use rear brake rotors which are non vented but the EBC fitment guide will automatically pre-select for you the right design.

EBC OEM replacement rotors are the ideal choice for general brake replacement for the daily or urban driver who merely wants quality parts to undertake a brake service.

Always replace brake pads when replacing rotors, it is false economy to use worn or old pads on new rotors as these can cause hot spots and promote brake fade and more than double bed in time. This is both dangerous and bad economics.

When replacing rotors of any kind please remember how important brake safety is to your own well being and either have a professional mechanic install your new brakes or if you are a qualified mechanic use the EBC installation DVD as a guide in support of your vehicle owner’s manual. These installation guide DVD’s can be viewed here and purchased from online vendors.