Done about 10miles since and no issone of mine was tied up with cable tie,it snapped,so i just tied it up again with some thickish copper wire and cable tie,still come loose ,so thats when i got rid ,needed new caliper at the time so guy who did caliper took them off. by sw4nny Sat Jun 04, 2016 6:47 pm, Post by sw4nny Sat Jun 04, 2016 5:30 pm, Post Nothing wrong with running without, had to take them off my 19yo E36 recently as they were rotten and i fitted a BBK. I cut mine off because I didn't want sharp metal back there. When the water evaporates, the salt acts like sandpaper literally grinding the brake pad and rotor every time the brakes are applied. check out the. The brake dust shield is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part that helps protect brake system components and other suspension parts from the excessive collection of brake dust. New Rotors/Calipers/Pads and new fluids for diff,trans and engine. The reason I ask if there's a better way with out pulling the hub, a truely foul food for thought,is bc I don't have any tin snips and this little bad boys going to be punching above its weight class lol, hack saw wille asy chew through but its getting leverage in an awkward space,and that awful screechong sound when the metal isnt tight and wobbling.little angle grinder maybe, Actually managed to cut a large chunk of it away using our friend the bad boy to make a pilot cut and then expendable garden secaturs ands it much better just like that still rattled over bumps tho tons betters nows its going to be stupid difficult to get the rest of it with out the disc comming off so the question is which discs to upgrade to and in turn fit new disc shields with superior anti rust treat ment applied first, I bent the Remaining flap over the ball joint the bj has a little house now and bent the bottom flap under bottom line for now no more scratching on disc squeeling while driving and turning and no weird cabin vibrations any more either, I think the cabin vibration is directly connecTed to my stainless exhaust resonating the loose dust shield which was some how transmitting Up to the footwell / dash area, And the why? Driver side is in better shape,backing plates looks good so I hate to damage it.
by TameRacingDriver Sat Jun 04, 2016 4:17 pm, Post And of course if you need new e-brake shoes and hardware we have that too.
When the brake dust shield is removed, the collection of brake dust on these critical components is accelerated. Flat rate pricing based on labor time and parts, Hand-picked, community-rated professionals, Trusted mechanics, rated by thousands of happy car never had an issue. 335d e92se gloss shadowline.
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I only paid 250 for the car. Any of the vendors that sponsor the site. Also got my new expansion tank in. You cannot paste images directly. Brake master cylinders are a key part of your car braking system. There was me thinking it'd be rusted to hell so it'll crumble away.. The rotor is loose on one side but will not come off. or just completely remove them? Power Stop Front and Rear KOE1240 Stock Replacement Brake Pad and Rotor Kit Autospe Dorman 947-020 Front Brake Dust Shield Compatible with Select Ford Models. by sw4nny Sat Jun 11, 2016 3:08 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Style we_universal created by INVENTEA & v12mike. I reckon it's rusted completely around one of the bolts. Unable to add item to List. by sw4nny Sat Jun 04, 2016 7:26 pm, Post By removed front shields, will put them back for the winter. They came off with relative ease though, just need to be persuasive, lol. StopTech instructions say you can use a metal snip and shows the area you need to cut as well as another area that has to be pushed back a bit. The jack had twisted pretty badly too. If your model has manual or automatic locking hubs, to remove the front rotors, the Mechanic has to follow the procedure for wheel bearing removal in the Factory Service Manual. 06 Z4MC, Sapphire black, Aero sideskirts, BMW strutbrace, CSL's, Remus back boxes, Intravee and Alpine DAB. And yes, it is harder to find 18" wheels for them, but I was going to eventually get EC-7 for the track since they are the cheapest options. My plates have rusted around the top bolt, the one that's really recessed and where you can't just put a bigger washer on. 
For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. that gives me a good idea of the job. On my E46, I do have to dry the brakes after I go through a puddle since the back of the rotor and caliper get wet. Brake master cylinder replacement helps brake pedals hold pressure when you brake. guides, Check cars for recalls, common issues & maintenance I trimmed on my E90, cut them off on my E46. The same thing happened to me with my last zed, dust/heat shield is probably coroded at the botton which should be held in place by a bolt.
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I cable tied one of mine as a temporary fix for a few months before they were replaced at the same time as the discs.
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However, removing road grime and dirt is not as simple. sounds like you need a bigger hammer:thumbup: Good luck. Removing brake dust from your wheels is a very simple process. About 20mm across with a 5mm across hole ,this is a rough gestimate ,it may be easier with a square washer due to the shape of the shield. The rest of it looks as though it's almost new! update, all back together with new backing plates,rotors,pads,etc. Keeping the brake dust shield installed can extend the life of pads, rotors, and even brake calipers. http://www.stoptech.com/docs/install60-16D0-02.pdf, http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?p=14262499, http://www.stoptech.com/technical-subrake-upgrades. Put a big washer under bolts and refit, ^thats what I said in post 3 but apparently too vague. As the ice begins to melt, the salt starts sticking to brake system parts. Pasted as rich text. My driver side front shield has finally given up the ghost and is rattling like fooooooook! by TameRacingDriver Sat Jun 04, 2016 4:42 pm, Post Quick question: what causes excessive brake pad wear? Only noticed it when I got home from work yesterday so gave it a prod through the wheel and it's very loose! Please see our. Magnesium chloride, or ice-melt as its commonly known, is applied to cold-weather areas to reduce the build-up of ice on roads during snowy conditions. Upload or insert images from URL. Besides "shielding" the assembly, the parking brake retainer springs also hold the brake shoes against the dust shield. No issues with mine though, the bearings came out with no issues and went straight back in. Thought f*ck it.. Cable tie it to secure it and stop it from rattling.. Whack it back together and get car safely back on the ground.. Lol. Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. So that wasn't coming off without a fight! I had to have mine off to fit the bbk no problems so far, Running without, were a royal PITA to take them off though, caliper off & tin snips, yip,me ripped off over a year ago,had to replace back ones though,only thing as they had gone,tried fitting a larger bolt/screw but came loose again,had to grind a slice in them to put on as its a bearing out job to replace properly. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2022, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Fast, free online quotes for your car repair. Then you can use a nut and washer. You could always use the search function, it goes loose because the mounting rusts away. Now, whats a good way to trim them? I also ended up cable tying them to the shocker in the end all mangled, sure they just tin snipped or grinded mine off,i was there watching and can i f**k remember properly, When i cleaned up the 330 i removed mine, did a little rubbing down and sprayd them matt black, resault. The shields are not expensive, but you have to disassemble the rear wheel bearing to change them. New backing plates and e brake assembly on both sides. People with stoptechs will definitely use this thread for Stoptech Installation. Thought f*ck it.. Cable tie it to secure it and stop it from rattling.. That's exactly the same scenario as mine. Tarmac rallying. Please try again. If youre a DIY mechanic, its quite possible that youve encountered the dreaded brake dust shield while replacing brake pads. ^ It's a plate held to the stub axle with probably 3 bolts. The rest of it looks as though it's almost new! Interesting idea, that could be even easier. By removing the brake dust shield, consumers are accelerating the wear and tear of brake pads and rotors. Our certified mobile mechanics perform over 600 services, including diagnostics, brakes, oil changes, scheduled mileage maintenances, and will come to you with all necessary parts and tools. Whether its dust from the brake pads, dirt from the road, or other debris, most brake problems from premature wear of components are due to excessive friction during normal use. That'll do until I have to change discs again.. At which point I'll do it properly and replace shield, hub and disc retaining screw. We have backing plates and wheel bearings in stock. I've done well over 3k so far with no probs. That is the plan so far and go from there. Like I said I have very little in this car and not planning a restore,just make it reliable and safe to drive and auto x. by BrianD Sat Jun 04, 2016 4:55 pm, Post I had the hub off mine, could I get it off, could I balls!!! Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST. She ran great.Next will be tranny/diff fluid change. Slot cars. After removing the rotor the entire shield plate and E brake assembly is toast. Usually they crack around the holes as I said, so what I said first covers the likely scenarios. owners, Over 25,000 topics, from beginner tips to technical But thank you for the detailed instructions jhughan. It runs and drives. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. by dgm Sat Jun 04, 2016 8:47 pm, Post I had to replace the 2 front ones but i would not run with out them. While it might be tempting to remove the brake dust shield to avoid the extra step during brake pad replacement jobs, the risks simply outweigh any perceived benefits. Fell walking. How bad is it to remove brake dust cover? Just replaced both my front brake heat shields, 20 odd each. not run with out them. Took caliper off, took carrier off and found the kn*bhead garage I used to use (who fitted my discs last time) rounded off the disc retaining screw! Any issues doing so?? There was a problem completing your request. 2022 Trimmed for the ST-60 BBK I just had installed, can't see why you'd want to remove it since it still serves a purpose. I won't be in a spot to post pictures of my own dust shields any time soon, but StopTech's guide is very precise showing you where to cut, so it shouldn't be difficult to extrapolate what it looks like. grreets from the newest member of shifty dust shield mile high club going to delete mine tomorrow. Backing plate is in the way of hitting it on both sides. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Thank you. (Note to self - use a block of wood next time). We encountered an error while updating this page. I have the exact same problem, so searched the forum and low and behold - I found this thread!! When Basically, if you are concerned about the quality, suitability, durability, and proper function of a replacement part on a modern motor vehicle, and you should be, the only acceptable practice is to use dealer OEM parts. Go to RealOEM.com and search for the part number, then find them on-line or at any dealer. Your link has been automatically embedded. Decided to do it right. Tried the big hammer method. .. bc the cable ties were on the shocks them self kind of glad.. car is so much nicer with just the dust shield cut down a bent out the way with the vibration 80% better in my cars cab you can half hear your self think lol thanks to all that got us here probably seems minor to you but to me its like a medical breakthrough heh. If you answered friction, youd be correct. Sometimes working around the brakes and suspension takes some muscle and I'd hate to slip and cut myself. Please try your search again later. by TameRacingDriver Sat Jun 04, 2016 7:19 pm, Post If you have to ask for a how to, you can't do it. I see the springs thru the holes. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! One of mine is loose and rattling, I need to have a proper look this morning, but I suspect it's rotted away around the bolts. One x Genuine OEM Brake Dust Shield for BMW 34212228965, Find answers in product info, Q&As, reviews. Or are there after market dust shields thati can buy? The plate had rusted around the top bolt, strip off the caliper and disc, and you will likely find corroded or cracked mountings. Anyone running their E46 without the shields? As a result, friction is increased when brake pads are applied to the rotor, which can increase the wear of pads and rotors.
Just get some zip ties and tie it round the suspension arm and forget it even happened. The rotor is actually loose and just hung up somewhere inside. Most car owners can spray water from a high-pressure hose in-between the wheels holes and the light-powdered dust will easily fall from the brake calipers and rotors. JavaScript is disabled. 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Pass side is off and the backing plate and e brake is toast. If the parking brake shoes are holding the rotor on twist the pins that hold the shoes in place on the back side of the backing plate with some needle nose pliers. I've cable-tied it for now as I CBA to take the caliper and disc off to remove the shield. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Unless you have a disc brake system, which cleans itself, the brake dust shield is important to protect the entire system. Power Stop K2813-36 Front & Rear Z36 Truck and Tow Brake Kit. However, the problem you're describing is common when an issue with the master cylinder exists and air finds a way into your brake lines. There is no advantage in swapping out a good plate or bearing for fun. by TameRacingDriver Sat Jun 04, 2016 9:30 pm, Post I'll be ripping it off later this week during my "weekend".. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. I've had a look-see now. Oh dear! Please try again later. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I'll spray it with waxoyl, that should do it! Still, many people wonder if brake dust shields are necessary. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. The wheel bearing has to come out and I'm told they can sometimes disintegrate when they do. brembo e92 335i 328i On the E46 you need to pull the hubs to get the shields off. Copyright 2007 - 2022 M3cutters. I was planning to buy the rears until I encountered StopTech's own article arguing AGAINST rear brake upgrades in almost every case: I was actually looking at AP, Stoptech Trophies, and Brembos. I also only got a BBK for the front axle. It is rotted around the bolts. Your question might be answered by sellers, manufacturers, or customers who bought this product. Thanks for your advice. Just need to fit a large washer and retighten the bolt with will nip it up nicely, although I suspect the disc might need to come off so that you can gain acess to the bolt though. Made with in Silicon Valley. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. It's a 30min job. by TameRacingDriver Sat Jun 04, 2016 6:02 pm, Post Power Stop Front and Rear K6480 Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pad and Drilled and Slot BMW All Systems All Maintenance Service Scanner FOXWELL NT510 Elite Automotive Obd2 Power Stop K2164 Front and Rear Z23 Carbon Fiber Brake Pads with Drilled & Slotted Power Stop CRK3032 Coated Brake Rotor & Ceramic Brake Pads- front, Power Stop CRK2822 Coated Brake Rotor & Ceramic Brake Pads- front & rear. Im having a hard time locating new ones. It is this hole that usually rusts our first, so you can't engage the mounting "bolt," which is really a quarter-turn fastener. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. I did the same on my front drivers side plate. Took it all apart easy enough to find that only the bolt holes had rusted! The brake dust shield is engineered by the designers of modern cars, trucks, and SUVs to block the collection of not only brake dust, but other contaminants like road grime, dirt, and other particles that can collect on brake system parts. If by "them" you mean removing the parking brake system, then you will have no issues. I remember reading a white paper about the braking system a while back, had a lot of detail about some very cool brake system features overall. I trimmed mine, granted this was a Nissan, felt comfortable knowing something was back there protecting the other side from debris and heat radiation. Car brakes are essential to maintain for safety. For brembos, I believe there are endless pads and Pagid for tracks. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. For those of you whom installed BBKs, did you guys trim the dust shield? Your previous content has been restored. Easy to do and I think it would have lasted indefinitely.
There was a problem adding this item to Cart. It is always best to reinstall all OEM components when completing routine service and maintenance, which includes the brake dust shield on any car, truck, and SUV. Not do on the E9X? A forum community dedicated to BMW owners and enthusiasts. Lol. All Rights Reserved. Thinking about just doing away with them at this point. Previous page of related Sponsored Products. Took it all apart easy enough to find that only the bolt holes had rusted! After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. by GuidoK Sat Jun 04, 2016 5:33 pm, Post Outlets and voltage differ internationally and this product may require an adapter or converter for use in your destination. Post by dgm Sat Jun 04, 2016 8:14 pm, Post I'll probably leave it as it is until I need to replace the discs (or wheel bearing). Suggestion and input welcome. 10p washer to fix it?
70 plate Z4 M40i - Alphine White, Magma Red trim plus all the toys and an OAP behind the wheel, E85 3.oi titan silver,Maldives blue E85 3.0i gone but not forgotten. JavaScript is disabled. Thank you. The brake dust shield helps to block road grime, salt, and other contaminants from collecting on the brake system. I had a similar problem with my E30 and I just rived them both off and never bothered replacing them. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. costs, Optimize fleet uptime and compliance via mobile vehicle repairs, Partner with us to simplify and scale fleet maintenance, The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. You are using an out of date browser. I didn't want to pull the wheel bearing apart just to get the parking brake shoes to work properly.
At this point I noticed the jack (OEM) and Jack stands were starting to sink into the asphalt type pavement.. Hi guys. If you desire to hire a certified Mechanic to perform Get a fair & transparent quote instantly before booking. The shoes will fall off when you pull off the rotor but it's a lot easier than struggling with the adjuster in most cases. Rear brake dust shields behind the rotors on a 2001 325i sport package,manual trans.. Im doing all new brakes and the dust shields are totally rusted out. Now if I could get that drivers side rotor off. Bringing the BMW community together. Z4 3.0i | ESS TS2+ | Quaife ATB LSD | Brembo/BMW performance BBK front/rear | Schrick FI cams | Schmiedmann headers+cats | fully polybushed | Vibra-technics engine mounts | H&R anti rollbars | KW V3 coilovers | Sachs Race Engineering clutch. That should secure the top part of the plate and save having to take hubs off. Well I got the rotor off. Its going to be a weekend auto x car and driver. Same issue, corrosion around the bolt holes. I got years of extra service on dust shields on an E36 by modifying the quarter-turn fasteners into actual screws (grind off tabs and cut threads with a die). ^ +1, the E9x definitely has brake drying, but I believe it does require that the rain sensor be enabled and that it mandate that the wipers be turned on. And have a pictures or can post a picture of the trimmed dust shield front and rear? I didn't do it myself but it looked easy enough when I got to see the car during install. Now where to get the parts. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. My passenger side brake dust shield has decided to go loose. .. Or "protection plates", as BMW call them. You can post now and register later. It's loose but just hung up. Now time for the rebuild. Although these components can display warning signs or symptoms, like grinding when applied or squeaking, they will continue to wear and can eventually fail. Please check compatibility before purchasing. e90 titan silver 330d sport, golf cars,golf cars more golf and more cars, and some more golf. I was planning on sticking with those two brands. The wheels may lock up if the ABS fuse is bad. I was thinking I might get by with just using one for an e brake if I can get the rotor off and rebuild the e brake assembly. Come join the discussion about Bimmerfest events, production numbers, programming, performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! ^ I don't know whether Brembos have the same trimming requirement, but if they do I imagine it would be mentioned in their install guide? I run mine without for over 3 years due to big calipers.