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Re: All Blowed up

To: Charlemagne Rex <lesser_of2evils@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: All Blowed up
From: Bob Mosso <bobmosso@pcmagic.net>
Date: Wed, 28 Mar 2001 08:04:18 -0800
The problem with the '92 Civic (Si?) brakes is a lack of rear brake
bias.  The fronts do all the work and thus tend to overheat and warp
rotors.  I put on Porterfield R4-S rear pads only, OEM fronts, problem
solved.

Bob Mosso

Charlemagne Rex wrote:
> 
> I just blew a head gasket on my 92 Honda Civic 166k miles. I was wondering
> if anyone had suggestions on things to de to help with autocrossing or with
> engine life. Also, are there any other things that I need to worry about
> happening soon? I am running STS this summer.
> 
> On a seperate note, does anyone know how to improve the braking on a civic.
> My sisters Audi 100 is stopping just as fast. The mechanic says that the
> brakes are fine. I guess he doesn't ever travel over 45mph or in Chicago
> traffic.
> 
> Thanks,
> Chuck Mathews
> 
> _________________________________________________________________

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