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Old 08-15-2014, 10:35 AM   #52
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Very concerning. Imagine if someone buys a set of imitation Brembos not knowing they're fake (for example, if bought used) and uses them on the track, and they fail in a hard 100+ mph braking zone. The result will not be pretty.

I have no issues if some company wants to create cheap knock-off BBKs, but don't try to pass them off as the real thing.

On imitation wheels, there's probably less chance for massive failure than with brakes, but I thought this video (Wedsport testing of imitation wheels) was enlightening. Sometimes it helps to see the difference visually.

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJeFB6SRslk"]Dangerous imitation wheel !! - YouTube[/ame]
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