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04-19-2018, 09:19 AM | #1 |
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Bimmer Performance Center F10 535d big brake upgrade
Hi everyone, the F10 aftermarket is still growing but we havent seen much in the form of a big brake upgrade for the F10 535d's.
With our past experience with the E70 X5d's using 5.0i brakes as a factory big brake upgrade we applied this knowledge to the F10 535d. We were able to find that F01 750 front brake calipers, brackets and rotors are a direct bolt on for the F10 535d's. The difference between the brakes is quite dramatic. This upgrade will only work for the front. Below are some photos and comparisons. |
04-20-2018, 03:55 PM | #2 |
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Good stuff Phil! Not long ago, I read a post about this mod. If I remember correctly, the OP mentioned something about a 10% increase in rotor surface area. Thank you for posting pics!
Added/Updated info: Briefly researching F01 rotor size, appears that they are 374mm. On my F10, my fronts are 348mm. Last edited by John H.; 04-20-2018 at 04:03 PM.. Reason: Added info. |
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04-21-2018, 08:29 PM | #4 |
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EBC offers 13.7in rotor(oem size) and 14.6in rotor, has anyone used the 14.6 in one?
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04-22-2018, 10:56 PM | #5 |
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I am also attempting some BMW brake swaps from different models. I can confirm that F01 stuff fits on the F10 front only. It seems that E60 stuff may fit as well. E60 M5 calipers are cheap and 2 pistons with a 374x36 rotor as well.
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04-23-2018, 07:01 AM | #6 |
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Correct, you will need brake rotors, brake caliper bracket, caliper and pads. For the F10 I would say you would need atleast a 19" the caliper sits pretty close to the inside wall of the 19" wheel.
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05-14-2018, 08:36 PM | #7 |
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Hi There,
Can someone advise whether my stock 18" non staggered rim can clear this 550 big caliper ? really tempted but afraid my wheel cant make it : ( Thanks ! |
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What I did was to retrofit F10 550i/M550d 374x36 front brakes (rotors and caliper carriers). Those brakes fits with F10 18” wheels! Details and part numbers can be found here: f10.5post.com |
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05-20-2018, 11:36 AM | #9 |
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The idea of larger front brakes is very interesting, especially if it's a low-cost upgrade. However, when I plug in "BMW F01 750 front brake caliper" the ebay search yields calipers that look very different from yours. In fact, they appear to be single piston units, so I am confused by you postings. Also, when talking about "brackets" are these incorporated with the car's front spindles or separate? Have a F10 535d with same wheels and tires as pictured.
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