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Old January 23rd 2008, 10:43
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PORSCHE says no, it is not possible nor allowed to machine them, once worn or damaged they need to be replaced no if or but.

If you use a diamond grinding tool similar to the flywheel grinding as mentioned earlier it may work but chances are that they will shatter.
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I know quite a lot about the ceramic brakes, ...

The pictures shown of those discs. They are shot. UNusable and NOT machineable.

Ian
Well, people have told me before some things could not be done (using 964 cylinders on a type 4 for instance), but I am a stubborn sob....

Today I wanted to show you it IS possible to machine them and I HAVE done it!





They look fiber-ish, but are very smooth, I assure you Its just difficult to capture with a flash light.

Still not proof they will work on the car, but one thing at the time

Walter

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Good for you Wally !

Strong will and determination do go along way (911 shrouds don't cool )

Let us know how those brakes work out so we can envy you even more.

Good job.

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Old January 23rd 2008, 15:19
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Nice job, the fact is anything is possible if you really want to do it!

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Old January 23rd 2008, 22:07
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Good job Wally. I like and support your against-the-grain thinking! Keep it up!
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but I am a stubborn sod....
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