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Old 08-27-2005, 12:38 PM
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anybody been running the Kleen wheels out there? they look decent with the chrome wheels, seem to keep the brake dust from collecting and looking bad, but any thoughts on their ability to cool the brakes? unless i'm running at bristol speedway and laying on the brakes, anybody think it will be a problem? thanks.
Old 08-27-2005, 01:46 PM
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Just my opinion, but on a vette....
Old 08-27-2005, 04:08 PM
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Just my opinion, but on a vette....
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I had them on my old Durango. They did a good job of cutting down the dust, but I would not recommend them for the vette.
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Just say no!!
Old 08-27-2005, 05:45 PM
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No, nada, nyet,
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uh..... no.
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Try a set of ceramic pads instead. Lots of guys here are happy with the minimal dusting they give.
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They were on my 98 when I bought it used. . I have them in my garage for sale if interested. Dave . PM me
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I don't like them at all.
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Originally Posted by Patches
Try a set of ceramic pads instead. Lots of guys here are happy with the minimal dusting they give.
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Had a set on my 00 Coupe. Kept dust off the rims but the whole side of the car got covered in brake dust. They now are in my basement. Don't waste your $$.
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I went with ceramic pads to solve that problem!
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Worked great on my 94 vette. I have used them on my explorers. Work good. It would show alot on the c5's.
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In a word "UGLY"

Don't do it!!
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I like your style, NOT! ...and get some mud flaps to go with them.
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Originally Posted by RstyNutz
In a word "UGLY"

Don't do it!!

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Not for me.
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No--I don't think so.....
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