Re: E28 brake job

[Jerry Chyo <jerryc@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

At 01:33 AM 10/13/98 -0400, Dave wrote:
>A friend and I (he has an 88 535isa) are going to replace the pads and 
>rotors on each of our E28's. Need help with the following general 
>questions:

Okay.

>1. What about the wheel bearings? Are they replaceable or repackable?

Your cars has a combo bearing/hub assembly.  About an additional 10-15
minutes per side for replacement.  Michel P has a deal for your bearings
(I'm assuming non-ABS) for around $50 per side.  Your frieds will cost
about $80 per side from Michel.  They are not repackable.

>2. Best mail order deals on rotors/pads? The roundel lists so many choices, 
>I'd like to hear from fellow netters. Also, any parts or dealers I should 
>stay away from? Dealer lurkers (you, Steve G), feel free to submit email 
>prices and availability.

Use a Digest member.  I have always gotten the best deals and the
service/advice can't be beat.  The only difference has been that you have
to send a check before they will send the parts.  A small price to pay.
Michel, Steve G. or Jason Lile can serve you well (sorry if I have
forgotten anyone else).

>3.Any other thoughts on easy things to do while we replace the brakes? 
>Obviously, a fluid flush is in the works. I'd love to hear from netters on 
>a cheap and easy bleeding method/parts.

If you have the ducks, replace your rubber brake lines with some braided
steel DOT ones.  Around another $100.  Also use DOT 5 fluid...and make sure
the old fluid is all gone.  DOT 3 and DOT 5 don't like each other.

>It seems like a straight-forward job, plus I have a factory repair manual. 
>If it's any more difficult, do advise.

It is.  You should have both cars finished in an afternoon, even if you
change lines and bearings.

Hope this helps.

Jerry Chyo
'88 M5
'72 tii

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