Bmw E46 M3 Brake Upgrade

Front rotor size: 325mmx28mm (M3) - 345x28mm (CSL). Rear rotor size:327x20mm. This process is similar to the 330 upgrade, but requires some grinding/machining and minor wiring.

The wear sensor wires must be spliced between the 996 sensor (pad side) and the E46 sensor (vehicle side). E46 M3 AERO6 Front Big Brake Kit - Race A true racing big brake kit with anodized 6-piston calipers, two-piece slotted rotors, and race. Buildjournal E46 M3 Brembo BBK Retrofit The "Buildjournal" E46 M3 Brembo E31 996 big brake kit retrofit improves braking performance over the stock (including ZCP) brake system with a larger 4-pot Brembo front calipers from a BMW E31 840Ci and a 4-pot Brembo rear calipers from a Porsche 996.

Yes, an E31 840ci front calipers. Why E31/996. There has been loads of questions regarding brakes lately, and I have been through the same dilemma myself - which brake upgrades should I chose, so I have decided to write up what I know about brakes, and more specifically.

With the Slon-modified 6 piston Brembo caliper w/ 380mm rotors, you wonder if it gives you more or less wheel clearance for 18's. As compared to the E46 M3 Brembo kit. I personally run 19's but there are some that shy away from Brembo 380mm kits because of inability to run 18's (in addition to other reasons).

The pic in post #1 (and pasted below) shows Apex EC-7s in 18" size and the only wheel. Brake upgrade optionsThread Tools. Discover the best budget big brake kit for BMW E46 and E90 M3.

Learn about 17Z and 18Z Brembo conversions, kit components, fitment, and how to build yours. Paragon Track Performance Big Brake Kit (PA015 / PA035 6 piston) - BMW M3 (E46) Front Paragon Track Performance Big Brake Kits offer superior braking performance specifically designed for track day enthusiasts. Come complete with every component.

Upgrade to E46 M3 brakes possible? Jump to Latest 5.8K views 6 replies 4 participants last post by Ben Liaw Nov 9, 2004 adc Discussion starter. ECS has everything your E46 M3 needs to completely upgrade your brakes, from improved pads and rotors to big brake kits and high-performance setups, we have the parts you need to get the most from your ultimate driving machine.