Hello,

I have a 2008 550i and just stared to see rust form on my breakes .... and being the anal JA that I am I started looking into replacement kits. Looked at Brembo and WOW expensive...has anyone replaces thiers and cost?

Also live outside of Philadelphia are there any good BMW places for after market ideams?

Thansk in advance

 

Hi,

I sell the R1Concept rotors that are coated with zinc to prevent rusting. You have to keep in mind though, all rotors will rust a bit especially after a car wash. The rust will disappear once you drive the car. Unless you're talking about severe rust that won't go ahead?

Michael
Owner
Acute Performance

 

where on the brakes are you seeing rust? if it's on the outside of the caliper, most of what you see on the front is a ~$11pad retaining clip that is easily replaceable. if it's on the sides of the caliper, some buffing with a grinder attachment on a drill will take care of it, followed by some high-temp paint.

if it's on the rotor hat, then yes, Michael can certainly hook you up.

Also- use a milder wheel cleaner.

 

yeah its just a small amount....the $11 clip is this it? See pic

 

yes, that's the clip.

 

Cool Ill take $22 Vs $4k anyday! Thanks

 

Yup that is the clip. That thing rusts like no body's business super annoying.

Michael
Owner
Acute Performance

 

A little dab of paint and you won't have to worry about it for another couple years...

I painted this 8 months ago. taken 10 minutes ago.

Sorry about the brake dust I have not washed the car in a month or more.

 

I can't believe that kind of rust is normal according to the dealer. So, just buy some high heat spray enamel and paint the caliper clip and rotor to not see that ugly rust.

 

You guys haven't even SEEN real rust!

Here's my Mercedes with a rusted spring perch and a spring that's broken from rust (and the tank still drives just fine):