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27k miles and feeling age

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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 07:42 AM
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27k miles and feeling age

My R53 is 2 years and ~27k miles old. I just put my R90's back on for "summer" and I can feel her getting older. What exactly loosens up the in the suspension and steering?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 07:44 AM
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Figure you did but have to ask... Did you check your tire pressures?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 07:47 AM
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yes thanks....all set correctly....
 
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 08:09 AM
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Over time, the rubber mounting bushings will loosen up, but yours seems still too new for that. You sure it's not just the tire difference you're feeling?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 10:46 AM
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i guess it could be.......

i don't know...guess i just have to drive more to see if i am really feeling a differance or if it is in my head...

got to love it when the answer to your questions is go out and drive the car more......:-)

Happy Motoring!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 11:32 AM
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Are you hearing other (interior) squeaks and rattles?....they could uknowingly add to the aging experience. A little felt-tape and some plastic-safe grease will help.
 
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