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Aug 25, 2006 | 06:40 PM

MadAustinite

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Front wheels dirty

My front wheels get dirty very fast on my 2001 f150. Its not mud or anything its like grease and black. Was just wonderin if thats a sign if something is wrong or if its normal like that. thanks

Aug 25, 2006 | 08:37 PM

Adam06FX4

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what exactly does it look like? a pic would help alot. im thinking its just brake dust. it accumulates pretty fast on the wheels. but if its gobs of grease id say CV axle if its a 4x4.

Aug 25, 2006 | 09:15 PM

Fordwitflows

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Just sound like brake dust. You should clean your wheels once a week

Aug 25, 2006 | 10:04 PM

wandell

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I'm with Adam06FX4

Aug 26, 2006 | 12:49 AM

Zaairman

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It's brake dust. It can be fixed by not using your brakes. Ever. Some ceramic pads might help also.

Aug 26, 2006 | 02:26 PM

MadAustinite

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thanks guys, i know it was probably a stupid question but i can never be too sure

Aug 26, 2006 | 04:11 PM

wandell

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No, it's not a stupid question. Ford uses a pad material that generates an unusual amount of dust. As mentioned, switching to ceramic brake pads will help a lot.

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