BMW Caliper Rebuild Kit

DSPTurtle · 11-08-2001, 07:23 PM

Okay, I tried 4 different FLAPS and no one carries or can even order the rebuild kit for the 320i calipers. I have the calipers on the workbench but am afraid to dig too far into them until I know what is replaceable. I am going to try BMW tomorrow but if anyone knows a better place please let me know ASAP.
Thanks in advance.
JB

DSPTurtle · 11-09-2001, 09:09 PM

For anyone thinking about doing this conversion... BMW is claiming 5-7 days to get a rebuild kit. 10 FLAPS in my area said no way until at least a week. Only one guy had a "seal" kit. I am going with that for now since I am trying to make an autocross this Sunday. The used calipers were pretty easy to find in a local junk yard. I found a machine shop who was willing and able to perform the mod for $30. Only problem now is finding short enough hard brake lines. The fitting sits much closer to the strut. Seems like about 4" but I will post when I find out as that was one area in the tech article that was not covered in detail. Let me know if anyone is interested in seeing pics.
JB

newestone · 11-09-2001, 09:47 PM

I'd like to see some pic's once you've sorted the short Brake line.
Thanx!

DSPTurtle · 11-10-2001, 08:47 PM

I actually ended up going with a 12" instead of the 8" or the 4" that I was looking for. It seems that 8" is the smallest they make and I just could not figure out a shape so I took the longer line and made bigger radiused bends. Not sure if the longer line will be beneficial (for cooling) or detrimental (???). I got everything installed and bled tonight. I had to bleed a second time after I got everything hot. (FYI don't waste money on the Mity Vac... it is a POS...just use the money saved to bribe your significant other for a nice dinner in return for stomping the pedal) I can tell these puppies want to grab but there is something holding them back. I have a 19mm M/C, SS Brake Lines, and now the Bimmer calipers. I think it is time to get rid of that darn valve (i bled both the inlet and outlet to no avail) and go with the "t". Anyone know where I can get the "t"? I am also considering moving my "914 Front" calipers to the rear. This way I will not have to mess with venting clearances. Can anyone think of anything I have not done yet? I am of the opinion the my 914 should out-brake my 944 and it is just not there yet. VERY FRUSTRATING!!!

DSPTurtle · 11-13-2001, 09:15 AM

Is anyone interested in purchasing these calipers as a kit. I found a guy who is pretty reasonable and would be willing to put a few of these together if the interest is there. Let me know.
JB

11-13-2001, 10:16 AM

Here's brake line 't'. I assume it's the one everyone talks about. I've bought one but haven't installed it yet.

http://www.cbperformance.com/catalog.asp?ProductID=451

bowlsby · 11-13-2001, 01:31 PM

I'd be interested in buying a set of premachined BMW front calipers if available...let me know.

Yeeoch - $10 + shipping + tax....contact Dominic Cilia for the tees....something like $5.... a356b@aol.com

mikey · 11-13-2001, 01:54 PM

Forget rebuilding them. I got my BMW calipers from Kragen for $35 each, rebuilt by A1 Cardone. Trade in the others for core deposit.

Mike