Reminder for those running brass caliper bushings...

[spidertri]

You are right that it would feel better with new rotors and pads but the ones in there were replaced not too long ago.

My last brake service included the pads, rotors, Super Blue flush, and new ate rubber guides. What I have right now feels much better than when I did all that.

So it comes down to rebuilt calipers and the solid bushings. I probably should have tried each thing separately but I just wanted to get it done. Pedal feels solid now, I have to imagine that is the solid bushings not letting the caliper deflect.

[1996 328ti]

Originally Posted by spidertri

You are right that it would feel better with new rotors and pads but the ones in there were replaced not too long ago.

My last brake service included the pads, rotors, Super Blue flush, and new ate rubber guides. What I have right now feels much better than when I did all that.

So it comes down to rebuilt calipers and the solid bushings. I probably should have tried each thing separately but I just wanted to get it done. Pedal feels solid now, I have to imagine that is the solid bushings not letting the caliper deflect.

Be tough to compare without new pads.
I generally wear my pads down to almost the backing plate and they wear evenly. There are so many variables to consider.

If it makes you feel good, then money well spent.

[Shellback]

What grease do you use when doing an annual/when necessary refresh on those solid brass guides?

[1996 328ti]

Originally Posted by Shellback

What grease do you use when doing an annual/when necessary refresh on those solid brass guides?

You sure you want to grease them up?
Going to attract dirt.

[Shellback]

Originally Posted by BimmerBum

...brass caliper bushings from the old calipers to the new ones they were very dry.
....I greased them very well when I installed them
....GREASE YOUR BRASS CALIPER BUSHINGS YEARLY AND EVERY TIME YOU SWAP PADS

I'm confused...

[spidertri]

You definitely need to grease them. Just needs to be something heat resistant and waterproof so that it doesn't wash off easily in rain.

I got some permatex extreme brake lubricant (it's purple) from Autozone. Seems to be working well so far. I've also heard good things about sylglide. I plan on checking and greasing them monthly.