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Bad Vibes
Hi all, I'm looking for answers, pointer or any advise on the well know problem of brake judder. My SVX seems to have relatively new standard discs on the front, but the next stage in "restoration" is cleaning up and servicing the struts, calipers etc. I've seen the discs on offer on ebay (X drilled)in the US and going on past motors solved the problem complete with a set of EBC green pads. I,m trying to keep to originality as much as I can and dont want to go down this road. Anyone care to offer there valuble and much appreciated help.
John (Air mailed your part yesterday Joe.) |
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When you put the wheels on did you torque them correctly? Some people have had vibrations disappear after retorquing.
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Nope, can't say I did I just swung on the wheel wrench like usual. The vibration comes and goes from day to day.......total confused. What is the torque setting by the way?
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I tighten all to 50ft.lbs in a star pattern then all to 80ft.lbs in the same order.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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Thanks, made a note and will try,
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When and if you go to new rotors, I would suggest going with stainless steel brake hoses. That makes a big difference as well. Good luck.
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I had the EBC green with my standard discs. Much better than standard, but fade like crazy after one or two hard stops. When I changed to my Skyline, I was recommended by a brake factors not to use green as they are not designed for such a heavy car (roughly the same weight as an svx). I have put EBC red ceramics on and they are excellent, with no fade at all. Bit pricey but I feel more secure than with the greens
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