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Is it normal for the front/driver side wheel to collect brake dust more/faster then the passenger?

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Old 07-10-2000, 01:17 PM
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Default Is it normal for the front/driver side wheel to collect brake dust more/faster then the passenger?
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Old 07-10-2000, 01:24 PM
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Default Depends on which way you trun more often!
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Default Same.....highway......everywhere
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Default Mine somewhat too. Maybe b/c the driver's side is heavier (due to driver)?
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Default dealer said it is the main drive wheel(?!?) but not to worry if can't feel it
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Default What is it with German cars and brake dust?! Whether MB, BMW, Audi, VW... same problem!!!
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It isn't any better w/ Saabs. Perhaps it's a European car thing. Any Jaguar owners here?
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