2017 BMW 540i Brakes

Use our brake builder tips and product info to create the perfect brake system for your project vehicle needs

Power brake boosters offer lower pedal effort and better braking characteristics, but which one is right for your hot rod, muscle car, or truck? We take the guesswork out of that question with our latest buyer's guide.

A properly bled brake system ensures optimal braking; here’s how to do it right the first time all by yourself

Check out the 410 sprint car brake installation and bleeding the brakes! We're making serious progress on our build.

Learn how to bleed your brakes on your own with this step-by-step guide to using speed bleeders, provided by Speedway Motors.

Learn how to bend and add 45 degree double flares to brake lines and fuel lines. We also cover some common types of automotive flares and useful tools for the job.

Sometimes manually bleeding your brakes isn't the best option for you. In this case you can also take a look at our guide on how to gravity bleed the brake system.

In this Tech Tip, John makes a few suggestions for a customer looking to update the braking system on his ’51 Deluxe.

So many brake kits. So many options. Take a breath and click here.

Manual brake bleeding can be one of the most efficient ways to bleed the air out of your brake lines. Speedway Motors has created a guide to show you step-by-step how to manually bleed your brakes.