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Originally Posted by BMWCCA1
The rear caliper came in from O'Reilly in two days. It is cast with "BMW" and "Ate" in the body and included the carrier, new slide pins, boots, caps, bleeder screw, and new pad spring. All blasted, cleaned, re-coated, and rebuilt. Looks fine to me. I'll know more when I have the time to install it on Sunday.
Give the fact that no one else had one—not BMW or any of the usual suppliers—I'll consider $65 for this one at least a stop-gap measure to get me back on the road.
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There is absolutely nothing wrong with rebuild/refurb calipers from the auto parts stores. As you found out they're literally the exact same casting which is the important part. The seals may be a cheaper rubber but should perform fine. Worst case you buy a BMW seal kit.