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Old 06-08-2014, 05:29 PM
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Lost my train of thought after seeing that bad ass mamma jamma.

Spent a couple hours today replacing front pads and rotors. Dropped the car and torqued the front wheels. Went to the rear to torque the rear wheels just for good measure and noticed a shim of backing plate or something like that sliding away from the caliper. Don't think I'll look into that today. Probly do it next Friday after I pick up new rear pads but this is one of those instances where we're reminded to check our cars thoroughly after each track day.


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Lost my train of thought after seeing that bad ass mamma jamma.

Spent a couple hours today replacing front pads and rotors. Dropped the car and torqued the front wheels. Went to the rear to torque the rear wheels just for good measure and noticed a shim of backing plate or something like that sliding away from the caliper. Don't think I'll look into that today. Probly do it next Friday after I pick up new rear pads but this is one of those instances where we're reminded to check our cars thoroughly after each track day.
Most likely the stainless anti rattle shield that comes with the pads. You can glue them back on or remove them.
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Well I was only half joking..... I still think the little British Go-Kart is perfect as a back up track car... But I am going down to look at it.
Then you're half way there to buying it.


You have the $$

You like Corvettes

Sieg needs something to drive

NOW just write the check
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Most likely the stainless anti rattle shield that comes with the pads. You can glue them back on or remove them.
Thanks Vince. I'll check it out next Friday.
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Most likely the stainless anti rattle shield that comes with the pads. You can glue them back on or remove them.



I don't understand how those would get loose from his brain....
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I don't understand how those would get loose from his brain....
He tends to run hot or it maybe all that space in the helmet.
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I don't understand how those would get loose from his brain....
Really? I'm just going to keep you thinking about all the many directions I can go on this one with you.
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Really? I'm just going to keep you thinking about all the many directions I can go on this one with you.


This is like following a comedy series.




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your right, its the new Felix Unger and Oscar Madison show
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your right, its the new Felix Unger and Oscar Madison show
Which one are you??
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