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Old 09-02-2013, 09:04 PM
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do they need breaking in or can I get the boost up straight away?
Old 09-02-2013, 09:06 PM
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My breaking in period has always been once round the block on full throttle to see if it slips or not.
Old 09-02-2013, 09:32 PM
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i read a guy got a 6 paddle and said it got better to use after he ran it for a bit , but saying that he might just be getting better at using it
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Full bore and drop the clutch normally does the trick fella
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just like brake pads imo take it steady for a bit the lining needs to bed in
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