Nchekube Uwakwe

Hey AMG enthusiasts,

I'm looking to get my front and back rotors and pads brakes changed ASAP, However, I'm hoping to find the most cost-effective solution as the dealership prices seem exorbitant. Can anyone share their experiences and suggest alternative options that won't break the bank? I'm assuming not everyone here is paying $5K USD at their local Mercedes-Benz dealership because that sounds outrageous. I live in San Francisco BAY Area, CA Any advice or recommendations for shop would be greatly appreciated!

PS;
I understand FCP Euro has Brembo Brakes which are much cheaper than OEM Brakes but still want to ask the community if their other options out there.
Thanks!

maxswede

I did the fcp euro set and then got my local shop to fit for $400 in labor.

all in not bad, $2500 in parts, few hundred to get it fitted.

Hope that helps

cruzmisl

Fcpeuro.com kit around 1k with 5% coupon. Did it myself with gravity bleed of fluid.

Dealer wanted 3k. They're on dope

superswiss

At this point we are just repeating what's been said multiple times in several AMG brake threads around here. Please do a search. This topic has been discussed multiple times with the same recommendations to source parts through FCP Euro and take advantage of their lifetime replacement warranty.

cruzmisl

I just wanted to post my picture of new stuff hahaha

RaleighE63S

Just went through the same situation. Dealer wanted 6k for the rotors only.

I went with the RENNtech front rotors and Porterfield R4S pads. The RENNtech are not cross drilled, only slotted for better longevity of rotors and pads with decreased risk of cracks. Performance should be better than stock.

ska597

How’s the brake dust?

figuwx

I posted a write up for the CCB pads here..

DIY: 18 E63s CCB brake pad replacement - MBWorld.org Forums

In both, the wheel hanger pins are a must but definitely needed in the CCB as they will chip if the wheel touches the edges.

Nchekube Uwakwe

sorry about that I will do a search next time

RaleighE63S

Can’t be worse than OEM. 0 miles.

sixfive

I recently did the fronts and went with stock (because I didn't read up on it) . . . the rear's are due soon as well and I was wondering if there is any issues with doing the aftermarket rears only, running stock fronts til next replacement is necessary and then go aftermarket on front as well . . . ? Doesn't seem like it would be an issue but just thought I'll throw it out there . . .

RaleighE63S

I’m running OEM rear rotors without any issues. RENNtech doesn’t sell rear rotors as the front do so much of the braking (massive 6 piston front calipers and single piston rear).

sixfive

makes total sense and good to know! Stock for rear then it is and looking forward to RENNtech front next . . .

bobblehead

stock rear rotors are more expensive than stock front rotors ... for some strange reason.

sixfive

wonder what the reason or justification is for that fact . . .

RaleighE63S

I think my dealer quoted a couple hundred less for the rears…mine will be getting Brembos when the time comes. Seems like you can get at least a couple sets of pads per rear rotor.

OldManAndHisCar

Those dead leaves under your tire are due to your terrible V8 engine ruining the planet ;-)

RaleighE63S

😀- I leave a size Euro 63 E width carbon footprint wherever I go!

YYC53

The options here are not grea for the 63's, but I've used the site for ten years or so and as a base reference it is great for pricing parts like these.

Full set of excellent Dynamic 5000 rotors and pads for 2010 Jag XFR were under $600 and I'm very happy with them.

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...hub,rotor,1896
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