[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by PopDV

What do you think about M5 vs Brembo front break? Bremo has bigger disk and caliper. So the M5 is just cheaper?

The F90 M5 / X5M / G80 M3 6-piston front calipers are much easier & cheaper to as a direct bolt on / simple plug and play upgrade. I'm hoping that I can finally update this thread soon. Now that the iSweep "low dust" pads are out & have been proven with good success I'm confident this will be a stellar combo!

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

The F90 M5 / X5M / G80 M3 6-piston front calipers are much easier & cheaper to as a direct bolt on / simple plug and play upgrade. I'm hoping that I can finally update this thread soon. Now that the iSweep "low dust" pads are out & have been proven with good success I'm confident this will be a stellar combo!

So these guys are a straight bolt-on on the F97?


https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/34118089937/

[danniexi]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

So these guys are a straight bolt-on on the F97?


https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/34118089937/

please re-read the thread. you need brake calipers with the proper brackets that need to be included.

these are the ones that you need. Kevin_The_Clean1 already listed the parts.

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

X5 M calipers: 34108074303
34108074304

X5 M brake pads: 34108746107 (these are also used on the M5 & M8)

Torx screw w/washer: 34106864424 (x4)
(main bolts)

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by danniexi

please re-read the thread. you need brake calipers with the proper brackets that need to be included.
these are the ones that you need. Kevin_The_Clean1 already listed the parts.

I verified that, I am planning on getting this upgrade done in a couple of years. I was surprised because he said they're cheaper (which they are) and are direct bolt-ons. So trying to get clarification on this because its worth the 200 or so bucks in price difference.

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

The F90 M5 / X5M / G80 M3 6-piston front calipers are much easier & cheaper to as a direct bolt on / simple plug and play upgrade. I'm hoping that I can finally update this thread soon. Now that the iSweep "low dust" pads are out & have been proven with good success I'm confident this will be a stellar combo!

[danniexi]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

I was surprised because he said they're cheaper (which they are) and are direct bolt-ons. So trying to get clarification on this because its worth the 200 or so bucks in price difference.

he was responding to the other post which asked in comparison to the Brembo GT BBK that costs $6000. Not sure where you're getting "$200" price difference.

again, if you're going to do this, just buy the part numbers listed. G8x/F9x brakes will NOT fit unless you are buying used and they have the brackets included/installed.

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by danniexi

he was responding to the other post which asked in comparison to the Brembo GT BBK that costs $6000. Not sure where you're getting "$200" price difference.

again, if you're going to do this, just buy the part numbers listed. G8x/F9x brakes will NOT fit unless you are buying used and they have the brackets included/installed.

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

The title of this thread (which I didn't start but added to) should say X5M to X3M brake conversion to clear up any confusion. The current gen X5M brake are the ONLY 6-piston OEM / Brembo units that are a direct bolt on with the corresponding brackets to make these massive 6-piston units fit on the F97 / F98 platform. Although it's pretty obvious is still should be mentioned, you will also have to buy the corresponding X5M or M5 brake pads too + the new 4 bolts. I went with the M5 brake pad set because the weight of the M5 is a lot closer to the X3 M then then big beefy X5 M is.

Like many others have said, all the info you need can be found in this thread. Simply read carefully. I cannot wait to finally get these bolted up soon. I've been sitting on this nice upgrade for over a year. As you already know, the obligations of daily life often come flooding in & can get in the way sometimes!

[Snagg30]

Have someone actually done this now? Can someone confirm that the F95 calipers come with the correct brackets? I am on the fence to order the F95 calipers now but would be nice to be 100% sure

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by Snagg30

Have someone actually done this now? Can someone confirm that the F95 calipers come with the correct brackets? I am on the fence to order the F95 calipers now but would be nice to be 100% sure

Yes, the current gen X5 M calipers are a direct plug & play upgrade. You just need the 4 main corresponding bolts + new brake pads (from the M5 or X5 M). Look this stuff up on RealOemParts & you should have all the additional info you need.

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

You just need the 4 main corresponding bolts + new brake pads (from the M5 or X5 M)

Thats encouraging to read. The M5s are a tad cheaper than the X5Ms, and plus the small weight savings also help.
Now, please post some pics, dying to see them on

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

Thats encouraging to read. The M5s are a tad cheaper than the X5Ms, and plus the small weight savings also help.
Now, please post some pics, dying to see them on

I know you & many others (including myself) are dying to see these on. And I'll make sure to deliver on my promise soon. The weather has not worked out in my favor this week. But I'm pulling to finally get this project completed. I simply need to see how quickly I can get all 4 rotors zinc washed / plated. Hopefully they can do a 24 hour turn around so I don't have to pay the shop additional fees to keep my car on the rack. Fingers crossed for project completion & some sick photos (before & after install) soon!

[PNTDG42]

Pics are in first post

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

Yes, the current gen X5 M calipers are a direct plug & play upgrade. You just need the 4 main corresponding bolts + new brake pads (from the M5 or X5 M). Look this stuff up on RealOemParts & you should have all the additional info you need.

Beating this dead horse even more dead. The part you have quoted above (34108746107) has been superseded. The new part # is 34107886853 for the X5M.

These below are for the 2022 M5, front pads. Which ones are you quoting/suggesting/planning on using?

[TacosRule!]

Since we're using X5M or M5 brake pads, we need to use X5M or M5 brake pad wear sensors, correct?


34356870351 fcpeuro.com BOWA front brake pad wear sensor OEM X3M
34358074297 parts.bramanmotorsbmw.com front brake pad wear sensor OEM - F95 X5M, F96 X6M
34356890788 fcpeuro.com front brake pad wear sensor OEM M5/M5CS

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

Beating this dead horse even more dead. The part you have quoted above (34108746107) has been superseded. The new part # is 34107886853 for the X5M.

These below are for the 2022 M5, front pads. Which ones are you quoting/suggesting/planning on using?

I will be using the current gen M5 pads in the current gen X5 M calipers which are the ONLY 6-piston OEM Brembos that are a direct plug & play upgrade for the X3 M. Since the X3 M is the closest in weight to the M5, it seems to make the most sense. The X5 M is substantially heavier.

Originally Posted by saabster2010

Since we're using X5M or M5 brake pads, we need to use X5M or M5 brake pad wear sensors, correct?


34356870351 fcpeuro.com BOWA front brake pad wear sensor OEM X3M
34358074297 parts.bramanmotorsbmw.com front brake pad wear sensor OEM - F95 X5M, F96 X6M
34356890788 fcpeuro.com front brake pad wear sensor OEM M5/M5CS

The break pad wear sensor is the one aspect (believe it or not) that I forgot to buy. They should have the very same part #. But if not, I would get the M5 break pad wear sensor since the calipers are identical.

It's simply the caliper bracket on the X5 M caliper that can't get anywhere else. Hope this all makes sense!

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

I will be using the current gen M5 pads in the current gen X5 M calipers which are the ONLY 6-piston OEM Brembos that are a direct plug & play upgrade for the X3 M. Since the X3 M is the closest in weight to the M5, it seems to make the most sense. The X5 M is substantially heavier.

I'm thinking of going with the asbestos-free pair for the F90. They're cheaper and, since its asbestos-free, they should be lighter. They're part ending in 3262 on the picture I posted on the previous page.

Opinions?

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

The break pad wear sensor is the one aspect (believe it or not) that I forgot to buy. They should have the very same part #. But if not, I would get the M5 break pad wear sensor since the calipers are identical.
It's simply the caliper bracket on the X5 M caliper that can't get anywhere else. Hope this all makes sense!

Agreed. Makes sense to get M5 pads and M5 wear sensors.

I think I got all the I's dotted, so I'll start planning on buying the smaller pieces and leave the calipers to the end since those are the ones that seem to be increasing in price the least.

It also helps that the ultimate service+ I have will be replacing the OEs later this year, so I can pace myself with the rest of the parts. Thanks again, appreciate the patience and info.Thanks for trailblazing this for us...

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

I'm thinking of going with the asbestos-free pair. They're cheaper and, since its asbestos-free, they should be lighter. They're part ending in 3262 on the picture I posted on the previous page.

Opinions?



Agreed. Makes sense to get M5 pads and M5 wear sensors.

I think I got all the I's dotted, so I'll start planning on buying the smaller pieces and leave the calipers to the end since those are the ones that seem to be increasing in price the least.

It also helps that the ultimate service+ I have will be replacing the OEs later this year, so I can pace myself with the rest of the parts. Thanks again, appreciate the patience and info.Thanks for trailblazing this for us...

Happy to help & it was Bulk Ben who really started this all. So I can't take full credit for him. But the sooner these are on the car the better.

I thought all break pads built today were asbestos free. I would get whichever part number is the newest & supersedes the previous part number.

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

Happy to help & it was Bulk Ben who really started this all. So I can't take full credit for him. But the sooner these are on the car the better.

I thought all break pads built today were asbestos free. I would get whichever part number is the newest & supersedes the previous part number.

Also interested to check these out much later on...
https://www.rgsportshop.com/index.ph...roduct_id=2242

EDIT: forgot to ask. Are all the calipers BMW Blue from parts? I cant find parts for them in black, like you can order from factory.

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

Also interested to check these out much later on...
https://www.rgsportshop.com/index.ph...roduct_id=2242

EDIT: forgot to ask. Are all the calipers BMW Blue from parts? I cant find parts for them in black, like you can order from factory.

Yes, if you look back in this thread you can "clearly see" photos of my calipers in blue. Some of these questions can easily be answered by looking back in this thread. You can order these in whatever color that is offered in the current gen X5 M.

[TacosRule!]

Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

Yes, if you look back in this thread you can "clearly see" photos of my calipers in blue. Some of these questions can easily be answered by looking back in this thread. You can order these in whatever color that is offered in the current gen X5 M.

Yep saw that. Do you happen to have the part numbers for the 6pots in black? Spent an hour or so looking and couldnt find them. I'll call some dealers tomorrow see if they can them for me.

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by saabster2010

Yep saw that. Do you happen to have the part numbers for the 6pots in black? Spent an hour or so looking and couldnt find them. I'll call some dealers tomorrow see if they can them for me.

I have no clue what that part number would be.

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Even people in Germany know about the X5 M to X3 M brake upgrade & briefly mentions it here!