F-Sport BBK installed!! *PIC*
11-12-09, 08:33 PM
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how's that compare to the stock set up?
11-12-09, 10:23 PM
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awesome, not a fan of the color but it's great stuff!
11-14-09, 04:14 PM
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Looks great. More importantly, how do they perform (stopping distance and pedal feel)?
11-14-09, 04:30 PM
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I am taking very easy on the brakes now for the break in period so can't say much about the stopping distance. The pedal feel is very firm (I also had the stainless steel lines installed). I can feel the great stopping power if I just step on the pedal a little harder.
11-14-09, 09:26 PM
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Great pics.. Great addition to the GS..
11-14-09, 11:08 PM
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Fsport brakes, front and rear with Tom's wheels.
Very low key baller status!
11-14-09, 11:19 PM
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very nice
11-14-09, 11:41 PM
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awesome, not a fan of the color but it's great stuff!
I hope your not talking about his calipers when your calipers are turquoise
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11-15-09, 09:34 AM
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damn that is looking nice. i couldnt do 5k for the bbk, but now it makes me want it o.o
11-15-09, 06:55 PM
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11-15-09, 07:59 PM
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Looks great !!!!
I was thinking about getting the rear setup, but I may get rid of the car. I love the stopping power just having the fronts....must grab like crazy having both front and rear !!!!
11-15-09, 08:21 PM
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Very nice, I just wish it came in a different color
11-15-09, 10:37 PM
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11-15-09, 10:45 PM
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I think they look nice. The color of the caliper isnt bad. Would you guys rather red calipers???
11-15-09, 10:46 PM
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I think the 19" wheels make the brakes look even bigger