2-piece brake rotors...options?

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Hey guys/gals,

Does anyone have recommendations for a rotor replacement for the stock 135i rotors? Looking for a good rotor/pad combo.

I drive mainly in the city (but I drive like an ass, I'll concede that) track maybe 1 time a month in the summer. "spirited" I guess?

I know the follies of drilled and slotted rotors, but I want the look and want 2 piece rotors for the front (and for the back but I havent found any...?) and something that wont rust excessively.

I hear RacingBrake is pretty good but mixed reviews http://www.racingbrake.com/135i-E82-...-11-p/2166.htm

BMW perf. rotors are ehh in my opinion...can anyone give me some positive feedback on the RacingBrake rotors or any others they have used? Pads too!

Thanks!

[Johnny_M]

ECS also has some: http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E82-135...ors/ES2550968/

Note: ECS does not have replacement rotor rings for these 2pc rotors

[Indo Rider]

Originally Posted by Netw3rk

Note: ECS does not have replacement rotor rings for these 2pc rotors

What do you mean exactly? Like, ECS does not have any right now because they're out of stock, or they never had them, or other?

[Johnny_M]

From the product page:

Ready for a re-ring? ECS offers discounts on pairs of replacement rotors to the original customer or customers showing proof of ownership. Please contact the Sales Department for additional information.

They've never had replacement rings. There is a thread by ECS about this here: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=691872

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The ECS rotors are also made in China/Taiwan...

[Stohlen]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

The ECS rotors are also made in China/Taiwan...

Doesn't mean its a bad product....

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Stohlen

Doesn't mean its a bad product....

name 1 thing you own from China that has lasted more than 3 years....

[Stohlen]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

name 1 thing you own from China that has lasted more than 3 years....

My Sony Television...

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

Does anyone have recommendations for a rotor replacement for the stock 135i rotors? Looking for a good rotor/pad combo.

Why not try BMW Performance brake rotors? When it comes to brakes, I would stay with BMW OE parts and not OEM.

I have the Performkance brakes on my car and love them!

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

Why not try BMW Performance brake rotors? When it comes to brakes, I would stay with BMW OE parts and not OEM.

I have the Performkance brakes on my car and love them!
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those actually look much better on the car than the photos thanks!

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Stohlen

My Sony Television...

Thats Japan my friend...totally different game

[Stohlen]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

Thats Japan my friend...totally different game

they also have plants in Malaysia, Brazil and China where my tv was made.

[Just1]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

name 1 thing you own from China that has lasted more than 3 years....

This is the most stupid things I ever heard. Look at all the electronics stuffs in your house if you can afford to have them. You are not only drive like an ass also talk like one. BTW I am not Chinese for your information.

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Just1

This is the most stupid things I ever heard. Look at all the electronics stuffs in your house if you can afford to have them. You are not only drive like an ass also talk like one. BTW I am not Chinese for your information.

dude im not saying everything from China is terrible...my point is you buy a foreign, European car for a reason. I dont want aftermarket parts made in countries that have no pedigree for motor sports or even an automobile industry.

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

Why not try BMW Performance brake rotors? When it comes to brakes, I would stay with BMW OE parts and not OEM.

I have the Performkance brakes on my car and love them!
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Dack, did you do rears as well or just fronts?

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

Dack, did you do rears as well or just fronts?

I only did the fronts.

The rear Performance rotors are not drilled, but rather dimpled with holes. So they are more for looks. Also my front Performance rotors were 1 pound lighter than my old brake rotors.


Btw... I learned a long time ago that while BMW brake rotors do cost more than those look a-like OEM aftermarket rotors(ATE, Zimmermann, Brembo, ect)... the BMW rotors are a better product. They don't warp out like the aftermarket rotors and they are much heavier(better quality steel).

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Originally Posted by Dackelone

I only did the fronts.

The rear Performance rotors are not drilled, but rather dimpled with holes. So they are more for looks. Also my front Performance rotors were 1 pound lighter than my old brake rotors.


Btw... I learned a long time ago that while BMW brake rotors do cost more than those look a-like OEM aftermarket rotors(ATE, Zimmermann, Brembo, ect)... the BMW rotors are a better product. They don't warp out like the aftermarket rotors and they are much heavier(better quality steel).

Did you go OE for pads too? any suggestions for a pad upgrade...?

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

Did you go OE for pads too? any suggestions for a pad upgrade...?

Yes, I also went with OE pads - bc I like the way they have their initial "bite" when cold. Plus BMW has changed their pad compound - to dust slightly less.

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

Yes, I also went with OE pads - bc I like the way they have their initial "bite" when cold. Plus BMW has changed their pad compound - to dust slightly less.

thanks man. yeah, rears for looks...wonder if the dimple actually does anything or is strictly looks...i cant image any heat dissipation from dimples

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by Twhill19

thanks man. yeah, rears for looks...wonder if the dimple actually does anything or is strictly looks...i cant image any heat dissipation from dimples

I think the dimples are there for better wet braking. They help when the rotor gets wet, to have more bite. Same like the fronts. I noticed that after washing my car now... when I drive off, my brakes actually work! Before the car would not really brake well for the first or second brake application.

[NORAGRETS]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

I think the dimples are there for better wet braking. They help when the rotor gets wet, to have more bite. Same like the fronts. I noticed that after washing my car now... when I drive off, my brakes actually work! Before the car would not really brake well for the first or second brake application.

very good point, always notice the same thing