Brembo Rotor vs Zimmerman Rotor

ed116 · 11-26-2021, 08:27 AM

Hey guys,

Local Canadian tire has Brembo rotors on sale for $104.99 + tx each rotor

so a total of $480 after taxes picked up (canadian moneys)

Or i can purchase Zimmerman rotors for about $408 taxes in from GermanParts.ca

Which rotors would you recommend for better performance?

I consider better performance

1. Grip
2. Longevity
3. Less Brake Dust

I have purchased Akebono pads and some sensors from rock auto

Thoughts?

Xipher · 11-26-2021, 05:07 PM

Not sure about the Brembo's but a couple months ago I upgraded to the Zimmerman / Akebono combo (from germanparts.ca as well), and have been loving them so far, great performance, no dust or noise.

cncmastr · 11-26-2021, 05:08 PM

Zimmerman coated if you can. The brembos are trash.

FCX5 · 11-26-2021, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by cncmastr

Zimmerman coated if you can. The brembos are trash.

The Brembo on the X5 or in general?

https://www.brembo.com/en/company/ne...braking-cars-3

cncmastr · 11-26-2021, 06:23 PM

Sorry, I could have been more clear. When buying blank rotors, my experience has shown me the Brembo brand blanks are not that great. I have however, had excellent experience, numerous times buying Zimmerman coated rotors.

"Zimmerman rotor set with "Coat Z Anti-Corrosion" coating. This coating has the following advantages: No formation of rust at the hub and herewith improved visual appearance Immediate functional capability..."

RED_Y_ · 11-26-2021, 10:55 PM

Depends which zimmerman, like pointed above make sure you get the coated once, OEM BMW rotors made by zimmerman are not coated and they rust crazy fast, was driving me nuts. Brembo are decent in my opinion, but I end up with ECS Tuning rotors just for looks, slotted and drilled. Paired with Akebono pads they are amazing.

ed116 · 11-27-2021, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RED_Y_

Depends which zimmerman, like pointed above make sure you get the coated once, OEM BMW rotors made by zimmerman are not coated and they rust crazy fast, was driving me nuts. Brembo are decent in my opinion, but I end up with ECS Tuning rotors just for looks, slotted and drilled. Paired with Akebono pads they are amazing.

are these coated? i cant tell https://germanparts.ca/parts/3411677...ke-disc-front/

or these

https://germanparts.ca/parts/b61465-...ke-disc-front/

same with the rears

cncmastr · 11-27-2021, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ed116

Quote:

Originally Posted by RED_Y_

Depends which zimmerman, like pointed above make sure you get the coated once, OEM BMW rotors made by zimmerman are not coated and they rust crazy fast, was driving me nuts. Brembo are decent in my opinion, but I end up with ECS Tuning rotors just for looks, slotted and drilled. Paired with Akebono pads they are amazing.

are these coated? i cant tell https://germanparts.ca/parts/3411677...ke-disc-front/

or these

https://germanparts.ca/parts/b61465-...ke-disc-front/

same with the rears

The whitish light color typically means they are "a" coated. You should confirm with the supplier.

Dpc2u · 11-27-2021, 06:42 AM

I have used the coated Zimmermans on 3 bmw's and 1 mercedes and was always pleased with performance and longevity. As to brake dust, it really matters what pads are used. For street use Hawk 5.0's create very little in my experience.

cfm56d7b · 11-27-2021, 11:47 AM

Another vote for Zimmerman 2-piece rotors. Excellent product.

F15GorDe · 11-28-2021, 05:44 PM

I have had excellent performance, low noise or dusting with the Zimmerman/Akebono combination on my 4 BMWs.

M302_imola · 11-29-2021, 10:59 AM

Anybody had any experience with R1 Concepts brake rotors? www.r1concepts.com

E90325M · 10-18-2022, 12:44 PM

M302_imola ed116
Which rotors are you end up going with?

Tomcat_F15_STL · 10-18-2022, 02:27 PM

Save some coin for yourself - buy Powerstop...

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They look and work Perfectly.

Amsterdave · 11-01-2022, 02:41 PM

I had terrible squealing after mounting Zimmerman so my mechanic replaced them with a second set with the same result and ultimately sent them back and mounted Brembo instead for no extra charge. Has been good since then. If you need an excellent mechanic for these cars near midtown Toronto let me know I can intro you.

crystalworks · 11-01-2022, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by E90325M

M302_imola ed116
Which rotors are you end up going with?

Yes, used to buy from them, they were okay.

Have long switched to Brakemotive though. I believe they are basically rebranded Powerstops... and have never had a problem with them.

ed116 · 11-02-2022, 12:01 PM

i ended up using the brembos got them at 25% off so around $440 for the set of rotors, i got zimmerman pads ... theyre great ... but they create a lot of brake dust ...

alsxe10 · 11-02-2022, 05:10 PM

zimmerman coated, had them on many many cars and never disappointed.

11-26-2021, 08:27 AM	#1
ed116 Private 7 Rep 74 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW X5 xDrive 35i Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Brembo Rotor vs Zimmerman Rotor Hey guys, Local Canadian tire has Brembo rotors on sale for $104.99 + tx each rotor so a total of $480 after taxes picked up (canadian moneys) Or i can purchase Zimmerman rotors for about $408 taxes in from GermanParts.ca Which rotors would you recommend for better performance? I consider better performance 1. Grip 2. Longevity 3. Less Brake Dust I have purchased Akebono pads and some sensors from rock auto Thoughts?
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11-26-2021, 05:07 PM	#2
Xipher Private 2 Rep 54 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 35i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: BC iTrader: (0)	Not sure about the Brembo's but a couple months ago I upgraded to the Zimmerman / Akebono combo (from germanparts.ca as well), and have been loving them so far, great performance, no dust or noise.
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cncmastr Colonel 1587 Rep 2,410 Posts Drives: E30 M3 Cecotto, F85, G05, G07, Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Outside Atlanta iTrader: (3) Garage List 2018 X5 M [0.00] 2020 M2 CS [10.00] 2005 BMW X5 4.8is [0.00] 2006 BMW M3 [10.00]	Zimmerman coated if you can. The brembos are trash. __________________
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cncmastr Colonel 1587 Rep 2,410 Posts Drives: E30 M3 Cecotto, F85, G05, G07, Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Outside Atlanta iTrader: (3) Garage List 2018 X5 M [0.00] 2020 M2 CS [10.00] 2005 BMW X5 4.8is [0.00] 2006 BMW M3 [10.00]	Sorry, I could have been more clear. When buying blank rotors, my experience has shown me the Brembo brand blanks are not that great. I have however, had excellent experience, numerous times buying Zimmerman coated rotors. "Zimmerman rotor set with "Coat Z Anti-Corrosion" coating. This coating has the following advantages: No formation of rust at the hub and herewith improved visual appearance Immediate functional capability..." __________________
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RED_Y_ Colonel 1054 Rep 2,511 Posts Drives: 2014 X5 3.5d Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Depends which zimmerman, like pointed above make sure you get the coated once, OEM BMW rotors made by zimmerman are not coated and they rust crazy fast, was driving me nuts. Brembo are decent in my opinion, but I end up with ECS Tuning rotors just for looks, slotted and drilled. Paired with Akebono pads they are amazing.
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11-27-2021, 06:42 AM	#9
Dpc2u Major 11503 Rep 1,069 Posts Drives: E93 M3, E60 M5, F15 X5, E46 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Middle Tennessee iTrader: (0)	I have used the coated Zimmermans on 3 bmw's and 1 mercedes and was always pleased with performance and longevity. As to brake dust, it really matters what pads are used. For street use Hawk 5.0's create very little in my experience. __________________ E46, E60 M5, E93 M3, F15 X5 IG - @thebimmerhaus
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cfm56d7b Lieutenant General 5886 Rep 10,256 Posts Drives: 2017 440i Gran Coupe & 2015 X5 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Orange County, CA iTrader: (2)	Another vote for Zimmerman 2-piece rotors. Excellent product.
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11-28-2021, 05:44 PM	#11
F15GorDe Well versed in the care and feeding of BMWs 261 Rep 733 Posts Drives: F15d, F10 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	I have had excellent performance, low noise or dusting with the Zimmerman/Akebono combination on my 4 BMWs. __________________ B&O, parking assistant, executive package, 3rd row seats and the manual rear shades are the ONLY items we didn't order. Having everything else makes our F15d a NICE ride.
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M302_imola Major 843 Rep 1,497 Posts Drives: '15 X5 35i Xdrive Mineral Whit Join Date: May 2018 Location: Tennessee iTrader: (1)	Anybody had any experience with R1 Concepts brake rotors? www.r1concepts.com
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E90325M Captain 475 Rep 700 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW M3 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Portland,OR iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW X5 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 [0.00]	M302_imola ed116 Which rotors are you end up going with? __________________ 2016 F15 X5 xDrive 35i Space Grey M-Sport - BM3 Tune/ER charger pipe/afe power dry panel filter. 2011 E92 M3 DCT MW - AA intake/Akrapovic slip on/Ohlins R&T/Stoptech ST60 and ST40/Underdrive Pulleys/Antigravity H6 40ah/Alpine Tune
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Tomcat_F15_STL First Lieutenant 150 Rep 349 Posts Drives: BMW F15 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: St. Louis iTrader: (0)	Save some coin for yourself - buy Powerstop... They look and work Perfectly.
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Amsterdave Private First Class 121 Rep 157 Posts Drives: 2015 X5d-MS & 2018 BMW X3 30i Join Date: May 2018 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	I had terrible squealing after mounting Zimmerman so my mechanic replaced them with a second set with the same result and ultimately sent them back and mounted Brembo instead for no extra charge. Has been good since then. If you need an excellent mechanic for these cars near midtown Toronto let me know I can intro you.
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ed116 Private 7 Rep 74 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW X5 xDrive 35i Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	i ended up using the brembos got them at 25% off so around $440 for the set of rotors, i got zimmerman pads ... theyre great ... but they create a lot of brake dust ...
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alsxe10 Enlisted Member 5 Rep 47 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Richmond iTrader: (0)	zimmerman coated, had them on many many cars and never disappointed.
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