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Old 08-17-2010, 12:10 AM
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Joe, you were right, those Alpinas really set it off.

Sorry to hear about the little issues it has. A PPI is always a good idea. But it looks super clean in the picture you posted. Wondering if the brakes could be related to his choice of pads? I've had some bad pads before in other cars that are just sub-par and feel somewhat like what you are describing.
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Old 08-17-2010, 04:00 PM
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agreed on the pad choice, can make a huge difference in pedal feel. Certainly worth bleeding them as well.

the car looks great with the alpinas
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Old 08-18-2010, 11:05 PM
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I have some Porterfield RS4 pads sitting on a shelf. I'll flush the fluid and change the pads. The shimmy got a lot worse with the 18" wheels. So some minor maintenance and I'll be ready to roll.
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Old 08-19-2010, 05:35 PM
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so when is the next meet? i want to check it out!
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