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Re: first post, 948 question

To: Epstein73@aol.com
Subject: Re: first post, 948 question
From: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Thu, 12 Nov 1998 08:22:37 -0800 (PST)
Cc: spridgets@Autox.Team.Net
In-reply-to: <b25453ad.364a6e3e@aol.com>
Reply-to: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Sender: owner-spridgets@Autox.Team.Net
Dan,
In my experience, the drum setup is fine for a 948 car if it is in good
shape. If you upgrade to a 1275 though, you should definitely upgrade to
the disc setup of the later cars.
Ulix

On Thu, 12 Nov 1998 Epstein73@aol.com wrote:

> List,
> Thanks for all the encouragement.  I want an MK1 for a weekend 'bout town car.
> Based on what you guys are telling me I think the 948cc is going to be fine.
> What is the deal with disc brakes though? (please pardon my ignorance, new to
> the scene) Is this a bolt on deal from a later model or an aftermarket kit?
> While I am not too particular about going fast, I would definetely be
> interested in some increased stopping power.  In my opinion, stopping power is
> MUCH more important than going power.  
> Thanks so much,
> Dan Morris
> (wannabee extraordinaire)
> 

    Ulix                                                    __/__,__        
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                                                           '67 Sprite


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