considering new brakes

2K2E46 · 09-05-2008, 04:20 AM

hey guys...need your opinion.

ive been always using oem brakes...but im considering getting something else...im not looking for a big brake kit or anything like that b/c

a) my 325 is not modded - not a whole lot of power
b) i dont have that kinda money to spend

what else is out there...what do you guys use.

i heard that non OEM brakes are louder...is that true?

are there better brakes out there that cost less than Oem?

thanks

Chris-TK · 09-05-2008, 02:29 PM

There are a few options that you can go. Some people complain that aftermarket pads give up some of the bite that OEM pads have and some have a tendency to squeal. You could always just get a full OEM replacement from Tischer (getbmwparts.com) for $250 per axle which includes, pads, rotors and sensors. Or you could upgrade and get either Brembo OEM cross drilled replacements from ModBargains for $170 a pair and match them with some aftermarket pads like Hawks or Akebono Euro Ceramics. You could also go to Turner and get some either OEM replacement cross drileld or slotted rotors and match them with a pad as well. Basically if you're not really going to track the car, nor do you really care about modding then I'd stick with OEM pads and rotors.

ModBargains · 09-07-2008, 03:10 AM

For people that do not want to upgrade to a big brake kit, Stoptech has put together the Stoptech Stage 2 Upgrade Kit. It features Stoptech direct replacement rotors front and rear (drilled and slotted to choose from), Axxis brake pads front and rear, StopTech stainless steel brake Lines front and rear, and three bottles of Motul RBF600 synthetic brake fluid. We have sold many of these kits and have had nothing but great responses from our customers. Let me know if you would like a full quote for a set.

zeshon · 09-08-2008, 12:27 PM

I'm looking for an option like that, but I haven't heard anything good about axxis pads. Is there anything out.

Chris-TK · 09-08-2008, 12:44 PM

Get Akebono Euro Ceramic pads instead.

2000_328CI · 09-08-2008, 12:56 PM

i went with mike's suggestion on this one and was so glad I did... they fill out the wheel well nicely, brake as well as oem, and get rid of all brake dust issues

simsima325 · 09-08-2008, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2000_328CI

i went with mike's suggestion on this one and was so glad I did... they fill out the wheel well nicely, brake as well as oem, and get rid of all brake dust issues

wtf are u talking about, fill out the wheels nicely? they are OEM replacement, thus, OEM size. as in, same as before you changed them

sorry, but that doesn't make sense to me, unless you upgraded do a 330 sized rotor and caliper?

Critical_GP · 09-11-2008, 02:36 PM

Im interested in this package, can you PM me a quote. Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ModBargains

For people that do not want to upgrade to a big brake kit, Stoptech has put together the Stoptech Stage 2 Upgrade Kit. It features Stoptech direct replacement rotors front and rear (drilled and slotted to choose from), Axxis brake pads front and rear, StopTech stainless steel brake Lines front and rear, and three bottles of Motul RBF600 synthetic brake fluid. We have sold many of these kits and have had nothing but great responses from our customers. Let me know if you would like a full quote for a set.

ModBargains · 09-11-2008, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Critical_GP

Im interested in this package, can you PM me a quote. Thanks!

No, problem

. On its way......

Arrows · 09-11-2008, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by simsima325

wtf are u talking about, fill out the wheels nicely? they are OEM replacement, thus, OEM size. as in, same as before you changed them

sorry, but that doesn't make sense to me, unless you upgraded do a 330 sized rotor and caliper?

Exactly what I was thinking.

fcruz3r · 09-15-2008, 09:21 AM

i'm currently running pbr ult's. ...no complaints here. Braking is as good as the OEM pads and dust is a lot less. If you never see the track with your car, then NEVER EVER get the EBC Greenstuff. They leave nasty black deposits on the rotor and would cause horrible brake judder.

09-05-2008, 04:20 AM	#1
2K2E46 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Vancouver Posts: 86 My Ride: 325Ci, 328is View My Garage	considering new brakes hey guys...need your opinion. ive been always using oem brakes...but im considering getting something else...im not looking for a big brake kit or anything like that b/c a) my 325 is not modded - not a whole lot of power b) i dont have that kinda money to spend what else is out there...what do you guys use. i heard that non OEM brakes are louder...is that true? are there better brakes out there that cost less than Oem? thanks

09-05-2008, 02:29 PM	#2
Chris-TK Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sacramento Posts: 16,308 My Ride: Mazda View My Garage	There are a few options that you can go. Some people complain that aftermarket pads give up some of the bite that OEM pads have and some have a tendency to squeal. You could always just get a full OEM replacement from Tischer (getbmwparts.com) for $250 per axle which includes, pads, rotors and sensors. Or you could upgrade and get either Brembo OEM cross drilled replacements from ModBargains for $170 a pair and match them with some aftermarket pads like Hawks or Akebono Euro Ceramics. You could also go to Turner and get some either OEM replacement cross drileld or slotted rotors and match them with a pad as well. Basically if you're not really going to track the car, nor do you really care about modding then I'd stick with OEM pads and rotors. __________________ K.

09-07-2008, 03:10 AM	#3
ModBargains Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brea, CA Posts: 3,630 My Ride: E30 325e & E46 ZHP View My Garage	For people that do not want to upgrade to a big brake kit, Stoptech has put together the Stoptech Stage 2 Upgrade Kit. It features Stoptech direct replacement rotors front and rear (drilled and slotted to choose from), Axxis brake pads front and rear, StopTech stainless steel brake Lines front and rear, and three bottles of Motul RBF600 synthetic brake fluid. We have sold many of these kits and have had nothing but great responses from our customers. Let me know if you would like a full quote for a set. __________________ ELLIOTT GOODMAN Elliott@ModBargains.com \| (714) 582-3330 ext. 8009 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-7:00pm \| Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm (PST) Authorized Dealer of: Forgestar Wheels l KW Coilovers l D-Force Wheels l BMW E46 Parts l BMW Angel Eyes \|BMW Accessories

09-08-2008, 12:27 PM	#4
zeshon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Washington Posts: 1,361 My Ride: S/C 2000 328Ci View My Garage	I'm looking for an option like that, but I haven't heard anything good about axxis pads. Is there anything out. __________________ - Austin Favorite sponsors Bavarian Soundwerks \| Euro Spec Mods : Performance : Active Autowerkes Stage 1 C38 • New Subframe and TMS Rear Re-Enforcements • Upgraded VANOS seals • M3 Fuel Baffle • KW V2 • ZHP Control Arms • E60 Short Shifter • Sound : Bavarian Soundwereks Stage 2 • DICE iPod Link • Looks : Replica M3 Mirrors • Replica M3 Front Bumper • Matte Black Grillz • LED Signals

09-08-2008, 12:44 PM	#5
Chris-TK Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sacramento Posts: 16,308 My Ride: Mazda View My Garage	Get Akebono Euro Ceramic pads instead. __________________ K.

09-08-2008, 12:56 PM	#6
2000_328CI DK Jack Sparrow Join Date: May 2004 Location: Isla de Muerta \| DC/VA Posts: 28,541 My Ride: 328Ci \| Range Rover View My Garage	i went with mike's suggestion on this one and was so glad I did... they fill out the wheel well nicely, brake as well as oem, and get rid of all brake dust issues __________________ Everything you need to know on muffler deletes : http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=745244 Back Up Camera for E46 : http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=ckrDiAClGgM Muffler Delete on E46 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofYhRq0T3eI

09-15-2008, 09:21 AM	#11
fcruz3r Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 683 My Ride: Skyline V35 View My Garage	i'm currently running pbr ult's. ...no complaints here. Braking is as good as the OEM pads and dust is a lot less. If you never see the track with your car, then NEVER EVER get the EBC Greenstuff. They leave nasty black deposits on the rotor and would cause horrible brake judder.

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