Quote Originally Posted by dave b
Is it normal to get 60k + miles out of brake pads?

Mine are at 55k now, and there appears to be a lot of pad left on all four wheels. I have a stick, so I imagine that this adds some life to the pads, but this seems a little ridiculous.

I get no shimmy when braking and the rotors have a little edge to them, but no lip like the last set that I replaced.

Also, when I hit a bad road (like interstate 10 in socal outside of palm springs), I get a fair amount of shaking and steering wheel vibration. By fair amount I mean it forces me to choose a better lane. Anyone have ideas as to the first place to look suspension wise? When the road is smooth, the ride is smooth...

thanks,
dave b
93 525i
167k
Tie rod ends ? Thrust arms ?