ATE Front caliper rebuild kit question for stock E30

[mike87]

Hi all, I have a question regarding the caliper rebuild kits for the E30 stock calipers. I've searched high and low for the ATE rebuild kits, part # 34 11 1 157 043, but have been unable to find them. A lot of vendors sell the TRW-brand rebuild kits for the Girling calipers, part # 34 11 1 154 440. Does anyone know if the TRW brand rebuild kit, part # 34 11 1 154 440, fits the ATE calipers?

Thanks in advance,
Mike

[jlevie]

I see the ATE brake caliper rebuild kits on rmeuropean.com and of course you can get the kits from your dealer. Note that you need both the front and rear kits. I recommend also replacing the rubber caliper guide bushings and the soft brake lines.

The Girling kits won't work on ATE calipers.

[NufnSus]

I rebuilt my ATE calipers (F+R) using the repair kits sold by Pelican Parts.

P/N 34111157043 & 34111157038 for the front ATE calipers (Piston O-Ring & Guide Bush respectively)
and
P/N 34211153194 & 34111157038 for the rear ATE calipers (Piston O-Ring & Guide Bush respectively)

Just checked the Pelican's website, and they're listing all of the above parts, so should be able to source.
Alternatively, punch those P/N's into the furiousmethod.com search engine and see if other online stores stock them (cheaper).

GIRLING kits will not suit the ATE calipers (ask me how I know...)