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EBC Brakes GD Rotors: The Perfect Fit for Your BMW
If you're looking to upgrade your BMW's braking system, the EBC Brakes GD Rotors Front Disc Brake Rotor FMSI D681 is an excellent choice for models from 2001 to 2003. These rotors are designed to enhance your vehicle's braking performance while providing durability and style.
Key Features
- GD Pattern Rotors: Designed with wider slots and blind drilled dimples to minimize the risk of cracks.
- Cooling Efficiency: The wide aperture slots help cool the rotors, reducing temperatures and preventing brake fade.
- Durable Finish: The sleek Thermic black finish not only looks great but also prevents corrosion.
- Compatibility: Specifically engineered for the front of BMW models 2001-2003, ensuring a perfect fit.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 324 mm (12.8 inches) |
| Height | 74 mm |
| Minimum Thickness | 28 mm |
| New Thickness | 30 mm |
| Centre Hole Diameter | 79 mm |
| PCD | 108 mm |
| No of Bolt Holes | 5 |
| Solid or Vented | Vented |
| Style | OE |
Fitment Notes
These rotors are specifically designed for the front of your BMW. It's crucial to note that if you opt for upgraded pads, they should also be fitted to the rear of the vehicle for balanced performance. The Thermic Black coating doesn't require removal before installation and will wear away in the pad swept area after a few stops.
Customer Reviews
Customers have praised the EBC GD Rotors for their excellent stopping power and durability. Many have noted a significant improvement in braking performance compared to stock rotors. The sleek design and anti-corrosion properties have also received positive feedback, making these rotors a popular choice among BMW enthusiasts.
FAQs
Do these rotors fit all BMW models?
No, these rotors are specifically designed for BMW models from 2001 to 2003. Always check compatibility before purchasing.
What is the advantage of the Thermic Black coating?
The Thermic Black coating provides excellent corrosion resistance, ensuring your rotors last longer and maintain their performance.
How do I install these rotors?
Installation is straightforward, but it's recommended to have a professional mechanic handle it if you're unsure. Remember not to use brake cleaner on the Thermic Black coating.
Will I notice a difference in braking performance?
Absolutely! Many users report a noticeable improvement in stopping power and reduced brake fade, especially during heavy use.
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| Make Vehicle | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
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2001-2003 BMW 530i |
530i | 2001-2003 |
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2000-2003 BMW 540i |
540i | 2000-2003 |
Making the car stop fast is equally important as making it go fast. When upgrading your vehicle, you need to consider improving its braking system in order for you to have a more enjoyable driving experience. There are a lot of brake manufacturers out there in the market but only a few can really claim an actual performance gain and one of them is EBC.
How It StartedEBC was founded in 1978 and is known as one of the largest producers of brake components in the automotive industry. With its humble beginning starting in a single van, they are now a multinational company with facilities in the UK and the US and is the leader in the industry.
A Product For Your Every NeedEBC has one of the largest inventories of brake discs and pads with over 5000 part numbers for every vehicle imaginable. This allows them to cater to a wide range of customers whatever car you own, whenever you are in the world. The company even offers pads for the military such as their Humvee, armoured vehicles and tanks.
A Pad For Every OccasionThe company manufactures different types of brake pads depending on the required application. They manufacture sintered pads, aramid, ceramic and carbon brake pads. They also offer either steel or stainless rotors.
SafetyEBC’s goal is to provide not just a high-performing brake pad, but it should be safe and dependable. With the current emergence of cheap knock-offs brake pads, EBC maintains its commitment to providing brake pads that you can put your trust on. All their pads are tested rigorously making sure that it can perform and function as it should, whatever the condition may be.
Purchase EBC Brakes at Vivid RacingIf you are in search of brake components that would not fail on you when you need them the most, then EBC is the brand for you. Visit Vivid Racing and check out the list of parts that would fit your specific needs.
The EBC Brakes warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship only. Warranty is for replacement of similar product or refund of purchase value only excluding all labour and ancillary charges such as vehicle towing, fitting, inconvenience, purchasing of other manufacturers products and is good for a period of twelve months from date of purchase or 10,000 miles of highway use. Proof of mileage will be required. Warranty is invalid if product is used for taxi/hire car, racing, rally, drifting, trackday experience driving, or any other form of competition. There is absolutely no warranty on any EBC product for race use. Warranty does not cover brake noise or normal wear and tear. Some brake pad systems cause pads to wear faster than others. Drivers/users must assess the performance and durability of EBC Brakes products themselves if any EBC product is to be used in racing.
Automotive Disc Brake Rotors
Warranty is for replacement of similar product or refund of purchase value only excluding all labour and ancillary charges such as vehicle towing, fitting, inconvenience, purchasing of other manufacturers products and is valid for a period of six months from date of purchase or 10,000 miles of highway use. Warranty is invalid if product is used for racing, rally, drifting, trackday experience driving, or any other form of competition. There is absolutely no warranty on any EBC product for race use. Drivers/users must assess the performance and durability of EBC Brakes products themselves if any EBC product is to be used in racing.
No warranty is offered for brake vibration suffered due to uneven rotor thickness wear after incorrect installation of brake rotors. It is commonly known in the brake rotor business that accurate mounting and checking of runout on brake rotors is paramount at installation and in spite of necessary warnings many mechanics still see fit to ignore this warning and make no effort whatsoever to check rotor runout. This leads to brake vibration in the 3-5,000 miles lifetime period and is not a warrantable condition. The solution for vibration at this stage is to have the rotors turned or replaced and to thoroughly clean the mounting flange on the vehicle and carefully check for runout before returning the vehicle to service use.
Motorcycle Street Bike Disc Brake Pads
The EBC Brakes warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship only. Warranty is for replacement of similar product or refund of purchase value only excluding all labour and ancillary charges such as collection, fitting, inconvenience, purchasing of other manufacturers products and is good for a period of twelve months from date of purchase or 5,000 miles of highway use. Proof of mileage will be required. Warranty is invalid if product is used for taxi/hire car, racing, trackday experience riding, or any other form of competition. There is absolutely no warranty on any EBC product for race use. Warranty does not cover brake noise or normal wear and tear. Some brake pad systems cause pads to wear faster than others. Riders must assess the performance and durability of EBC Brakes products themselves if any EBC product is to be used in racing.
Motorcycle Street Bike Disc Brake Rotors
Warranty is for replacement of similar product or refund of purchase value only, excluding all labour and ancillary charges such as collection, fitting, inconvenience, purchasing of other manufacturers' products and is valid for a period of twelve months from date of purchase or 5,000 miles of highway use. The warranty will expire, irrespective of mileage, after a period of 12 months from date of delivery. Warranty is invalid if product is used for racing, trackday experience driving, or any other form of competition. There is absolutely no warranty on any EBC product for race use. Riders must assess the performance and durability of EBC Brakes' products themselves if any EBC product is to be used in racing. EBC also strongly recommends the use of its own EBC brand brake pads to run with the EBC rotors and numerous other aftermarket brands have been found to damage EBC rotors. The EBC rotor and pad is sold as a matched set and developed to work together, do not risk damaging your rotors with using a pad that may damage your new EBC rotor product.
Motorcycle Dirt Bike and ATV/UTV Disc Brake Rotors
Warranty on off road brake rotors covers manufacturing and size/fitment defects only and does not cover wear and tear which is almost impossible to evaluate in off road conditions and is limited to replacement of the supplied parts only. No claims for ancillary costs such as fitting, removal or shipping costs is included in the standard EBC warranty.
Motorcycle Dirt Bike and ATV/UTV Disc Brake Pads
Warranty on off road brake pads covers manufacturing and size/fitment defects and brake efficiency aspects only and does not cover any form of wear and tear or product lifetime which is almost impossible to evaluate in off road conditions .Warranty is limited to replacement of the supplied parts only. No claims for ancillary costs such as fitting, removal or shipping costs ids included in the standard EBC warranty. Users and installers attention is drawn emphatically to the brake selector charts shown elsewhere on this website and accessed via the link below when choosing brake pad materials as there is a VAST difference in longevity between different grades offered by the Company. Rapid wear can result due to incorrect pad selection or recommendation.
How to proceed with a warranty claim
A proof of purchase receipt showing the date of purchase and mileage installed, endorsed by an independent mechanic who fitted the parts or a store staff member who sold you the parts will be required to be returned with all of the products purchased. To enable your vehicle to be used whilst your warranty claim is considered, should you need to purchase replacement parts this must be done by purchasing the parts from EBC themselves. In the event of a successful compensation award, we will refund the credit card that you used to buy the replacement parts in full or part depending on the nature of the claim. EBC Brakes reserves the right to make full or partial compensation at its sole discretion depending upon the condition and mileage used of the returned suspect parts. For example, if you have used the product for several thousand miles and the defect is noticed, only a partial compensation may be offered.
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