Dynamite Friction 4512-31261 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Front Brake Kit for BMW 328i, 328i xDrive, 228i, 428i, 330e

Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware, part number 4512-31261, is a front disc brake kit built for select BMW applications. It combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matching hardware for a complete front brake service on covered BMW 328i, 328i xDrive, 228i, 428i, and 330e models.

Key Features

• DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
• Dry-processed, dry-shipped rotors ready for installation
• G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability
• Non-directional rotor finish for more even pad bed-in and smoother braking
• DFC 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads with post-cured friction material
• Scorched pads to reduce initial break-in time
• Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims for improved noise and vibration control
• Disc brake hardware with PTFE coating, vulcanized rubber, and stainless steel

Product Details

The DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware line is designed as a complete brake service solution for drivers who want matched components in one package. The coated rotors are machined to tight tolerances, inspected for critical dimensions, and balanced where required to support consistent pedal feel and quiet operation. The ceramic pad formulation is built for stable friction performance, while the included hardware addresses worn or fatigued brake clips and related noise concerns. Part number 4512-31261 is a practical choice for front brake replacement on BMW 328i, BMW 328i xDrive, BMW 228i, BMW 428i, and BMW 330e applications listed below.

What This Brake Kit Helps Address

• Brake pulsation from worn or uneven front rotors
• Squealing or vibration caused by aged pad hardware
• Reduced stopping performance from worn front pads
• Corrosion on exposed rotor surfaces
• Uneven pad wear from fatigued hardware components

Installation Notes and Fitment

Fits 2017 BMW 330e, front.

• Fits 2014-2016 BMW 228i, front, M Sport Package.
• Fits 2014-2016 BMW 428i, front, M Sport Package.
• Fits 2014 BMW 328i, front, M Sports Package; Single Piston Front Calipers; 330mm Rear Rotors.
• Fits 2014 BMW 328i, front, M Sports Package; Single Piston Front Calipers; 300mm Rear Rotors.
• Fits 2013-2014 BMW 328i xDrive, front, M Sport Package.
• Fits 2013 BMW 328i, front, M Sports Package (330mm Front Rotors).
• Fits 2012 BMW 328i, front, with M Sports Package (330mm Front Rotors).

Confirm rotor size, caliper type, and package details before ordering, since BMW brake configurations vary by model year and option package. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

DFC states that each rotor is inspected against OE specifications after machining, with vented rotors balanced as needed. The rotors carry a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.