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03-07-2016, 04:14 PM
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I have found the Akebonos do not have the initial bite of the OEM pads and require a bit higher pedal pressure, but they are very linear during application and have never exhibited any heat related fade. 2002 X5 3.0 297,200 miles 2014 428i 15,900 miles 2004 325i sold at 123,600 miles 2001 325i sold at 66,000 miles 
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03-08-2016, 08:48 PM
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While everyone is debating rotors and pads here, thought I'd post this front brake job DIY video here:
https://youtu.be/Lg26AAfBgYc Also my preference in recent years has been to go 100% OEM with BMW rotors and pads. They bite well, remain quiet, and last a long time. I got tired of "doing the job twice" when ordering discounted parts.
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03-02-2016, 08:58 PM
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I'm looking on the Zimmerman site and I see three different versions of the cross-drilled front rotors. What is the difference? Which one is best and where can I buy them?
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03-03-2016, 03:09 AM
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Interesting thread on this subject on one of those other BMW forums from 6 years ago...
Man that price sure is alluring but I'm worried about how long they will last. Clanking sounds in the cold doesn't sound good at all.
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03-03-2016, 03:18 AM
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I'm leaning towards Zimmeman Drilled Rotors (confused about different coatings) and Akebono pads.
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03-03-2016, 11:30 PM
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SOLD. What rotors are those?
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03-04-2016, 04:20 PM
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they look like the Centric brand rotors.
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03-07-2016, 10:08 AM
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Correct assumption:
Rotors for your application Part Description/Flavor Position Part No. Per Car Qty 2 Brake Discs Premium High Carbon Rotor Front 125.34050 Brake Discs Premium High Carbon Rotor Rear 125.34051 Current pricing from RockAuto CENTRIC 12534050 High Carbon Alloy $58.99 (FRONTS) CENTRIC 12534051 High Carbon Alloy $43.79 (REAR) Manufacturer's Info: Centric Premium black rotors feature Original Equipment specifications and production processes. These Centric rotors are manufactured to meet QS and ISO Quality System Standards. Centric premium rotors utilize an Electrocoating finish that provides long lasting corrosion protection. E-coating is a superior electro-statically applied finish designed to withstand 400 hours of salt water exposure without rusting. Mine have been on one year with approx 5,000 miles of use. Mostly what I call Town and Country driving as I live in the close in suburbs and have a very short drive to most client locations for meetings. I take her out monthly when weather is nice for a 2 hrs or so run to keep things clean. Otherwise, she sits under a cover, freshly detailed, with a Battery tender on. I like all my stuff super clean, so she has a Hard Life....
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03-09-2016, 11:00 AM
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^They stop well... but dust too much for my OCD to tolerate. I care for my wheels too much, but don't want to pull them every time I wash the X. This is why so many BMW's have pitted wheels. The brake dust builds up sooooo quickly.
Nice video though. Just did a brake job this weekend on the X, but I'm sure the video will help those who have questions.
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