Considering X5M brakes on my X5 50i but...?

[Bimmer Dynamic Dominator]

OK, I've had my 2013 E70 at just under a year. I knew it would have issues, but I wanted it anyway (they are just the best drivers IMHO). Now I'd like to swap out those regular brakes and rotors for the more advanced Brembo big brake style found on the F85s but alas I have 19" wheels. Question is, will they fit?

[Bimmer Dynamic Dominator]

Originally Posted by Bimmer Dynamic Dominator

OK, I've had my 2013 E70 at just under a year. I knew it would have issues, but I wanted it anyway (they are just the best drivers IMHO). Now I'd like to swap out those regular brakes and rotors for the more advanced Brembo big brake style found on the F85s but alas I have 19" wheels. Question is, will they fit?

Needing advice as to whether I can do this with my 19" wheels. Anyone have any knowledge or experience with this?

[Sophisticated Redneck]

I don't have the f85 calipers but I do have the E70 M calipers the f85 looks very similar in size, it not slightly bigger then the e70 M calipers and those barley have a half an inch clearance on 21 inch rims so highly doubt they will work on 19's. The massive rotor size plus huge calipers just takes up to much space for a 19.

[135ivert]

I had to wait a bit for 20" OEM rims, but they can be had for reasonable money.

I got Style 300 rims for my (wife's) first E70 M-Sport as winter rims for $1700.

[Bimmer Dynamic Dominator]

Originally Posted by 135ivert

I had to wait a bit for 20" OEM rims, but they can be had for reasonable money.

I got Style 300 rims for my (wife's) first E70 M-Sport as winter rims for $1700.

Thanks for the response. What size wheels came stock on your E70 M? Does it have the upgraded brakes?

[Bimmer Dynamic Dominator]

Originally Posted by Sophisticated Redneck

I don't have the f85 calipers but I do have the E70 M calipers the f85 looks very similar in size, it not slightly bigger then the e70 M calipers and those barley have a half an inch clearance on 21 inch rims so highly doubt they will work on 19's. The massive rotor size plus huge calipers just takes up to much space for a 19.

So you're running 21's on your 50i? How's the ride? I've heard not so great things with 21's and the standard suspension we have.

[Sophisticated Redneck]

Originally Posted by Bimmer Dynamic Dominator

So you're running 21's on your 50i? How's the ride? I've heard not so great things with 21's and the standard suspension we have.

Whoever the original owner of mine was went nuts with the options as it has the magnetic shocks, air suspension, and the hydraulic sway bars so if I have it off sport mode it still rides very nice. What I did notice though is road noise with the staggered 285's up front and 325's in the back. It gets pretty loud on some roads. With that being said, if your in a area with alot of pot-holes, I wouldn't recommend 21's

[135ivert]

Originally Posted by Bimmer Dynamic Dominator

Thanks for the response. What size wheels came stock on your E70 M? Does it have the upgraded brakes?

So our 2013 M-Sport came with whatever standard brakes, and the 20" 275 up front, 315 rear Style 333. My 2012 X5M came with 20" Style 299 in the same size and stock brakes. I was actually able to use the same winter rims & tires (without adapter spacers due to rear hub sizing).

[Bimmer Dynamic Dominator]

Originally Posted by 135ivert

So our 2013 M-Sport came with whatever standard brakes, and the 20" 275 up front, 315 rear Style 333. My 2012 X5M came with 20" Style 299 in the same size and stock brakes. I was actually able to use the same winter rims & tires (without adapter spacers due to rear hub sizing).

VERY NICE.

[525DA_touring]

X5M e70 Runs on 19 Zoll in Winter.