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Clutch & Brakes

fastsleeper

fastsleeper

Why ya treat me like that?
Hello boys and girls,

I've had my Bullitt for about 5 months now. The shifting and braking seem sloppy compared to the beginning.

How do I (someone else) remedy this? I prefer the clutch and shifting to be TIGHT. Brakes seem sloppy too. Don't like that.

Your suggestions / help / direction will be greatly appreciated!
FS
 
IgottaV8

IgottaV8

Wickedstangs Road Racing Team
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That is wierd my dad has had his for about the same time, but he doesn't notice anything, maybe it's you?
 
02gt

02gt

Well-Known Member
maybe some brake pads will help but i know that steel braded brake lines will help a ton.
 
fastsleeper

fastsleeper

Why ya treat me like that?
IgottaV6 said:
That is wierd my dad has had his for about the same time, but he doesn't notice anything, maybe it's you?
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No. It's not me. I am very sensitive to any changes in the performance of my machines. Same for my road bike. I can tell immediately if she's 'off".
 
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sdsubzero4

Spring Valley, CA
wonder if its just your car is finally broken in. Most things are tight when its new and they loosen up after a broken in period. I don't know, just a thought.
 
fastsleeper

fastsleeper

Why ya treat me like that?
02gt said:
maybe some brake pads will help but i know that steel braded brake lines will help a ton.
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The fellow, Clifford, at the 'Pimp' shop said the braided thingies would be great. He also said that the 'slop' in the clutch / shifting was common after a short time in this car.

I love that shop! Amazing, Amazing cars there.
 
02gt

02gt

Well-Known Member
i think a fire wall ajuster might help with that but i wouldn't be too worried about that as much as the brakes.
 
fastsleeper

fastsleeper

Why ya treat me like that?
02gt said:
i think a fire wall ajuster might help with that but i wouldn't be too worried about that as much as the brakes.
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I agree. I loved being able to wait until the very last minute to brake and they were smoooooooooooth and accurate.
 
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sdsubzero4

Spring Valley, CA
I don't think there's really any adjustment unless you change your pads and lines. Its natural for it to loosen up.
 
eleetryder

eleetryder

Leet WS Member
Feeling a difference in your brakes and clutch are normal because they are being broke in.. Like a road bike, when you buy it need to take it back after like 300 miles to get it tuned because the cables stretch etc. Same would apply to your car. =D
 
fastsleeper

fastsleeper

Why ya treat me like that?
eleetryder said:
Feeling a difference in your brakes and clutch are normal because they are being broke in.. Like a road bike, when you buy it need to take it back after like 300 miles to get it tuned because the cables stretch etc. Same would apply to your car. =D
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I will take Her back for a tighten up / tune up.
Thanks!
 
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pouya

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eleetryder said:
Feeling a difference in your brakes and clutch are normal because they are being broke in.. Like a road bike, when you buy it need to take it back after like 300 miles to get it tuned because the cables stretch etc. Same would apply to your car. =D
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oh dam so thats why mines feels all weird i have put more than 2000miles on mines now my clutch i guess needs a tune up for the clutch i got very littile room to work with like i have to let go of the clutch almost all the way before it finally moves the car
 
orange395w

orange395w

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It is normal for brakes and clutches to wear. They weren't designed to last forever. Time of replacement of the brakes and clutch will all depend on you and your driving style. If you drive like an old lady they may last alot longer then if you drive it like you stole it! Either way they are parts that need replacing. I would try adjusting the clutch before buying a new one and have an inspection done on the brakes and pads. There are minumum tolerances on how much pad you should have. Don't just start dumping money into it.

P.S. I think that stainless steel lines are great, but they will not add any performance to your brakes. However, they will last forever and will not end up with any holes in them.

just my $.02
 
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