E90 328i Brake pads?

Bimmer221 · 06-10-2015, 10:32 PM

Im looking at replacing all my pads pretty soon but dont want to go the dealer ship and spend $1900. Im probably going to try to do it myself. What are some good Brake pad companies/manufacturers you would recommend? I was looking at Hawk Performance compound brakes.

Thanks!!

bender rodriguez · 06-10-2015, 10:35 PM

I have hawks and I like them also got Meyle rotors for 35 dollars each. I only replaced the front rotors but not the back.

Wilt · 06-10-2015, 11:04 PM

You can buy genuine BMW pads that do not dust as badly as your original BMW factory pads, you simply get pads similar to those factory installed in 2011 E90s.

MTTH · 06-11-2015, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Wilt

You can buy genuine BMW pads that do not dust as badly as your original BMW factory pads, you simply get pads similar to those factory installed in 2011 E90s.

My 2011 328i brake pads dust horribly. Within a day after washing the car.

Buratino117 · 06-11-2015, 03:43 AM

Zimmerman rotors (from thepartsbin.com) and Akebono Ceramics...They work great and keep the wheels clean for long time. I am very pleased with this combo.

hockeyplayer · 06-11-2015, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Buratino117

Zimmerman rotors (from thepartsbin.com) and Akebono Ceramics...They work great and keep the wheels clean for long time. I am very pleased with this combo.

+1 for both Zimmerman and Akebono.

OP...just go ahead & replace the rotors while you're at it...you'll be glad you did.

Greyfox · 06-11-2015, 09:01 AM

Zimmerman Rotors and Akebono are a good combination. But after driving both, I prefer Cool Carbon pads over Akebono.

And be sure to do the "seating" procedures after you do the change per the manufacturer specs.

mike@x-ph.com · 06-11-2015, 11:56 AM

Hawk and stop tech are very popular and they do a really good job

Wilt · 06-11-2015, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by TreyTwoEight

My 2011 328i brake pads dust horribly. Within a day after washing the car.

Not sure why you have issues, when many other threads (like this one) indicate the problem is much reduced compared to 2007 E90 (the 2011 X5 seems to have brake dust issues, as indicated in this same thread)

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...79#post6051679

AceOnShake · 06-11-2015, 12:42 PM

Zimmerman and Jurid pads(OE Pads). My OE Pads actually say Jurid on them.

I've have akebonas and do not like them at all. I hate how I lost the initial bite when braking. Other than that they're pretty good but I like the OE brakes.

Bimmer221 · 06-11-2015, 12:51 PM

I went to a local shop and they said they could do my front and rears all for around $250. They said their pads were high quality ceramic that they use on most general vehicles but they didnt say what company made them. Should i just go for it or buy from companies like Stoptech, Hawk, Akebono, etc.

bender rodriguez · 06-11-2015, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Bimmer221

I went to a local shop and they said they could do my front and rears all for around $250. They said their pads were high quality ceramic that they use on most general vehicles but they didnt say what company made them. Should i just go for it or buy from companies like Stoptech, Hawk, Akebono, etc.

That will not include new rotors.

AceOnShake · 06-11-2015, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Bimmer221

I went to a local shop and they said they could do my front and rears all for around $250. They said their pads were high quality ceramic that they use on most general vehicles but they didnt say what company made them. Should i just go for it or buy from companies like Stoptech, Hawk, Akebono, etc.

You know you should get new rotors as well.. Most likely from NAPA, Advanced or Autozone brakes.

My OE brakes cost me like 80 just for the fronts. Rotors probably another 150-200. That's just fronts..

bender rodriguez · 06-11-2015, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by AceOnShake

You know you should get new rotors as well.. Most likely from NAPA, Advanced or Autozone brakes.

My OE brakes cost me like 80 just for the fronts. Rotors probably another 150-200. That's just fronts..

You got a pretty good deal at 80 dollars for two rotors that are OE

AceOnShake · 06-11-2015, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by bender rodriguez

You got a pretty good deal at 80 dollars for two rotors that are OE

I think you read my post wrong. I said my brakes cost me 80 just for front... Rotors another 150-200...

MTTH · 06-11-2015, 01:36 PM

Anyone know the part numbers for the Brake pads, rotors and sensor I guess?

AceOnShake · 06-11-2015, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by TreyTwoEight

Anyone know the part numbers for the Brake pads, rotors and sensor I guess?

E90 have 325i 330i 328i 335i and all have different part numbers for brakes. Go to getbmwparts.com and check there.

Best site I use is autohausaz.com! Jurid Pagid texter are all oem suppliers.

bender rodriguez · 06-11-2015, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by AceOnShake

E90 have 328i 330i 328i 335i and all have different part numbers for brakes. Go to getbmwparts.com and check there.

Best site I use is autohausaz.com! Jurid Pagid texter are all oem suppliers.

asshole autozone considers 335i and 328i interchangeable. They sent me pads with tabs on them I had to break off.

hockeyplayer · 06-11-2015, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by TreyTwoEight

Anyone know the part numbers for the Brake pads, rotors and sensor I guess?

check out pelicanparts.com it will tell you the part #s

techietaichi · 06-11-2015, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Buratino117

Zimmerman rotors (from thepartsbin.com) and Akebono Ceramics...They work great and keep the wheels clean for long time. I am very pleased with this combo.

Yep, agreed. I run Zimms and Akebonos and love 'em. Great for daily drivers, but not too keen if tracking. Good luck OP.

techie182 · 06-14-2015, 09:09 PM

Bought Wagner brakepads from Amazon for $35-40 after rebate. Paid $40 labor so only $80 total for all 4 brake pads. Its been a year and no issue.

randi41 · 06-17-2015, 03:37 AM

I like the brake performance of Stoptech and Akebono pads. Hawk's are good also but they produce more dust.

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Wilt Major 246 Rep 1,093 Posts Drives: 2021 228i xDrive Gran Coupe Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: SF Bay area iTrader: (0)	You can buy genuine BMW pads that do not dust as badly as your original BMW factory pads, you simply get pads similar to those factory installed in 2011 E90s.
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AceOnShake Lieutenant 39 Rep 592 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Windy City iTrader: (0)	Zimmerman and Jurid pads(OE Pads). My OE Pads actually say Jurid on them. I've have akebonas and do not like them at all. I hate how I lost the initial bite when braking. Other than that they're pretty good but I like the OE brakes.
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Bimmer221 Private First Class 36 Rep 132 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 328i Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Arizona iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 328i [0.00]	I went to a local shop and they said they could do my front and rears all for around $250. They said their pads were high quality ceramic that they use on most general vehicles but they didnt say what company made them. Should i just go for it or buy from companies like Stoptech, Hawk, Akebono, etc.
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