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Re: sprinter ae-86 rwd disk conversion ques? Tue, 04 March 2003 11:28 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Chris ... ha hah ... in a sort of way ...

Drums offer more braking power HOWEVER they heat up quicker and don't dissipate the heat as efficiently as rear discs.

So ... discs are prefered trackwise given that the car can go longer & retain its braking capacity longer than if you had drums.

Drums on the other hand when heated aren't as effective hence are not so popular in applications that require constant breaking. For the street, drums should be enough ...

I'm sure there is a more scientific explanation for this but I'll let someone else explain / elaborate for me. Confused
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Read Message   sprinter ae-86 rwd disk conversion ques? sprinterboy4agzeMon, 03 March 2003 22:43
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