Soon to be 130i owner

[oopy]

I've had the 135i brake conversion done as I needed to overhaul the original calipers.

beware though some 255 rears after the conversion will rub under compression due to the increased track

another option to keep the track the same is to use the specific bmw performance rotors
I ended up getting an aftermarket pair off ebay - didn't end up using them as I went the full hub conversion

[Cam 130i]

Originally Posted by evolution42

Cam how much was the 135i brake upgrade if you don't mind me asking? And the wider rear rims?

I purchased mine from Turner Motorsport, have a look on their site for current costs, The AUS $ exchange rate will have an influence on costs, I considered it to be a good value upgrade compared to after market kits.
The rear rims i purchased from BMW, you may be able to find some at a wrecker?
Take Care and Enjoy
Cameron

[Cam 130i]

I purchased the drive flanges and wheel bearings from Pelican Parts in the US and paid approx 50%(including shipping) of the price BMW want for them here.
I had the rear guards rolled when I was running after market 8.5 rims with a 40mm outset. I have increased the track by 10mm but i now run 8.5 LCi rears which have a 52 mm outset and depending on the brand of tyres I have minimal touching issues on the guard liners not the body work, I hope that better suspension (i am considering B14 coil overs) will solve the issue.
I went with the 135i set up as going forward it will be easier to obtain rotors etc
Enjoy your 130i!!

[froop]

If anyone is looking for some 135i brakes I have a set for sale. 48,000kms. Calipers are in great condition as are the pistons.

[GJA003]

Originally Posted by froop

If anyone is looking for some 135i brakes I have a set for sale. 48,000kms. Calipers are in great condition as are the pistons.

PM'D

[oystero]

Originally Posted by GJA003

PM'D

Have you tried looking at Pete's (PeteA) brakes in the for sale thread ?

[cameronhudson]

So I purchased the car that arthurtwp pointed me too. It was listed as an auto on carsales and hence I missed it in my searches.

Drove the car from Sydney to Melbourne today with a few small detours and clocked up a bit over 1000km. The car ran very well and I am very happy with it.

[GJA003]

Congrats !!

Now time for mods

[kmli5]

Originally Posted by cameronhudson

So I purchased the car that arthurtwp pointed me too. It was listed as an auto on carsales and hence I missed it in my searches.

Drove the car from Sydney to Melbourne today with a few small detours and clocked up a bit over 1000km. The car ran very well and I am very happy with it.

Are you from Melbourne? Where abouts?

Should meet up, there are only a few 130i owners in Melbourne. on the forum anyway.

Ken

[cameronhudson]

Originally Posted by kmli5

Are you from Melbourne? Where abouts?

Should meet up, there are only a few 130i owners in Melbourne. on the forum anyway.

Ken

Ken,

Yes i am Melbourne based, I live in Toorak. I would be keen to meet up for a drive and or chat any time.

[arthurtwp]

buddy new 130i owner!! haha