I am getting ready to replace the front brake pads on my MY 2001 XK8 which has standard (non-brembo) brakes. There is a slight lip on the rotors, so I am playing it safe and replacing the rotors as well.

Looking at online brands and pricing, there seems to be a variance in dimensions for rotors "guaranteed" OEM spec. I see both diameters of 305mm and 325mm, plus rim widths of 17mm to 30mm.

Can't load the parts manual on my Mac, so can someone tell me what I should be trying to buy size-wise. Is there a problem with the 325 diameter? I have 18" wheels so that should be fine, but what about dust shield, etc.?

And the rotor width; an over 20mm difference seems high to me. I would guess more is better but will there be issues with the caliper fit?

 

Mike,

I've checked the Electronic Parts Catalogue. It shows 305mm diameter to VIN 037347 and 325mm from VIN 037348. No thicknesses are quoted.

This is from the JTIS brake specification section for 2001MY:



No reference to 305mm on 2001 MY.

Graham

 

Graham,

This just what I needed. I'll check my VIN. And the thickness width & min width is what I was looking for.

Thanks for the quick reply.

 

Placed an order with Rockauto. Parts will be on their way Monday.