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Old 2nd February 2008, 21:11   #1
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Improving Brake Feel
Is there any way to improve brake pedal feel?

I know of the following options but i dont know that they help (ty Mottati)

1. Replace with BBK
2. Install SS lines
3. Replace pads/rotors

Anyone else find a solution to improve the feel that isnt there? and, more importantly did any of these work?

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try changing the brake fluid. and go from there. Start cheap then work your way up.
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A few ideas, in approx order of cost, though you may want to contact Zeckhausen Racing, a sponsor, as they are very knowledeable in this area:

- brake fluid
- stainless steel brake lines
- new pads
- new rotors
- new brake entirely
- different car (just kidding)
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kk - i will change the fluid and lines and check a pad thread for appropriate pads.

Ty for the advice, i will repost with results.

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