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BimmerCop
04-29-2012, 08:07 PM
Hey guys, it's time to change the rotors/pads on my 2007 E92 and was wondering which ones I should get? My car is a daily driver (no tracking whatsover) and I definitely want to cut down on the brake dust all over the rims after a few days of being washed.

After doing some research, here is what I have come up with that might fit my requirements...

Pads: Centric Posi Quiet Ceramic Pads (Click Here (http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brakes.jsp?make=Centric&model=Posi+Quiet+Ceramic+Pads&group=Posi+Quiet+Ceramic+Pads&autoMake=BMW&autoModel=335i+Coupe+Sport+Package&autoYear=2007&autoModClar=&cat=))
Rotors: StopTech SportStop Drilled Rotor (Click Here (http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brakes.jsp?make=StopTech&model=SportStop+Drilled+Rotor&group=Cross-Drilled+Replacement+Rotor&autoMake=BMW&autoModel=335i+Coupe+Sport+Package&autoYear=2007&autoModClar=&cat=))
Sensors: GetBMWParts (Click here (https://www.trademotion.com/parts/2007/BMW/335I/?siteid=214672&vehicleid=1433813&section=BRAKES&group=BRAKE%20COMPONENTS))

What you guys think? Are the above good options? Any other suggestions? Thanks in advance...

PS. Do I have to buy 1 sensor for EACH tire or is it just 1 sensor for the front and 1 sensor for the rear? Sorry for the stupid question...

mryakan
04-29-2012, 08:26 PM
1 sensor per axle. Note that going aftermarket will change your brake feel. Some hate it, some don't mind it.

BimmerCop
04-29-2012, 08:31 PM
1 sensor per axle. Note that going aftermarket will change your brake feel. Some hate it, some don't mind it.

Thanks for the reply, mryakan.

Ok, so with the parts listed on my OP, will I definitely cut down on brake dust and keeping squeals to a minimum? As for the brake feel, what type of change could I experience by going with those parts listed?

mryakan
04-29-2012, 08:39 PM
I am not familiar with those praticular parts, but usually people complain about one of the following: initial bite, cold performance, brake modulation, fading. I am not saying these particular products do that, but most non OEM sacrifice at the expense one of those. I know personally I would only put OEM brake parts since I love the brake feel and my driving style depends on it. You can probably find something better than OEM, but for sure not for less $$. I'll a;sp take the dust any day if it means better braking performance, I prioritize function over form. YMMV.

BimmerCop
04-29-2012, 08:45 PM
I am not familiar with those praticular parts, but usually people complain about one of the following: initial bite, cold performance, brake modulation, fading. I am not saying these particular products do that, but most non OEM sacrifice at the expense one of those. I know personally I would only put OEM brake parts since I love the brake feel and my driving style depends on it. You can probably find something better than OEM, but for sure not for less $$. I'll a;sp take the dust any day if it means better braking performance, I prioritize function over form. YMMV.

Thanks again for the response! I definitely like the brake feel with my current OEM setup and I do agree that I cannot expect the same feel for less money. I will probably end up getting OEM then, because braking is one thing I definitely don't want to skimp on. The lives of my family depend on it. Thanks for the guidance, brother.

Also, any other recommended sites for buying OEM parts other than getBMWparts.com? I would like to compare prices for OEM parts.

mryakan
04-29-2012, 09:01 PM
Check our Supporting vendor list, most of them carry OEM parts. You can cross shop for prices, they are mostly very competitive. Also call in your dealer parts dept, sometime they may have some package specials, so worth a call to check.
Good luck.

BimmerCop
04-29-2012, 09:12 PM
Awesome! Will checkout the supporting vendors list. BTW, I had already found TurnerMotorSports and they have a complete brake package! I wonder if the components are really BMW OEM parts.

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-2827-e9x-335i-complete-frontrear-brake-package.aspx

handyman13
04-30-2012, 12:43 AM
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