E550 4Matic to E63 Brake Conversion
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2012 E550 4matic
E550 4Matic to E63 Brake Conversion
I have a 2012 E550 4matic. Is it possible to convert to a E63 caliper and rotor brake system? I have heard its possible with the two wheel drive but I can't verify if its possible for the 4Matic. I have a lot of vibration and shaking with the stock set up and I'm tired of having to replace rotors and pads. Any help on the conversion would be very much appreciated.
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2014 E550 4Matic
The rotors will fit but the calipers will not fit without changing the hubs. Changing the hubs will get expensive and involved.
I also went through that vibration hell. I spent a lot of time and money swapping rotors and pads. I found a great setup with Brembo rotors and Brembo low met pads ( strong pads). Rode on that setup for 6 months without a issue other than the brake dust. I switched the pads to TRW Ceramics from FCP-Euro (surprisingly good pads). Now im going on about a year without an issue. The AMG brembo rotors do look cooler but not 3 times cooler. I hear there are many AMG owners getting the E550 rotors because of the replacement cost.
Hope I was able to help
I also went through that vibration hell. I spent a lot of time and money swapping rotors and pads. I found a great setup with Brembo rotors and Brembo low met pads ( strong pads). Rode on that setup for 6 months without a issue other than the brake dust. I switched the pads to TRW Ceramics from FCP-Euro (surprisingly good pads). Now im going on about a year without an issue. The AMG brembo rotors do look cooler but not 3 times cooler. I hear there are many AMG owners getting the E550 rotors because of the replacement cost.
Hope I was able to help
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Thanks killbillz, I really appreciate it. I found a complete set of AMG calipers online a set of 4 (fronts and backs) for fairly cheap but didn't want to pull the trigger until I found out for sure if they fit. Researching on line I read it was possible to fit them without changing hubs with a purchase of an adapter bracket from DTC motorsports but they couldn't even confirm if they will work. So I think I will try your set up. Seems a lot smarter...I guess I can always paint the calipers to make them look nice. 👍👍
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2012 E550 sedan 2019 E63 Wagon
I have one Brembo rotor, brand new that I am selling for $50. Brembo USA is out of stock, but Amazon has one left. Let me know if you want mine.
BTW if you have a 2012 E550 sedan, you have Brembo calipers. https://www.brembostoreusa.com/produ...rotor/09B76951
BTW if you have a 2012 E550 sedan, you have Brembo calipers. https://www.brembostoreusa.com/produ...rotor/09B76951
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2012 E550 sedan 2019 E63 Wagon
I put repeated 160mph stops on these stock calipers with the Brembo rotors, and no issues whatsoever. I did the same with the stock Zimmermans rotors, and I would not have to turn on the massage seat function for how bad they pulse @130mph. The stocks one are more than capable, unless your track.
