This is one for all you guys, like me, who like nothing more than getting your hands really dirty. I'm sure we've all had problems with general and electrolytic corrosion so this is one to enjoy. I particularly like that hydraulic splitter he uses on the caliper.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYXlT3VGihY
I'm really not convinced as to the need for discs on rear brakes. They are understressed when compared to fronts so I don't think the performance factor comes into it. The discs rust out quickly due to exposure to all the crap the front wheels are throwing at them. Self adjusting mechanisms and hand brake actuation is complicated and difficult to mend, also tends to seize up more than drums. Finally, when they do become unserviceable they are much more costly to buy parts for.
Maybe I should start a campaign for the appreciation of drum brakes on rear axles? But, oh silly me, then the inspection service interval would involve removing rear wheels and drums instead of just glancing at the pads through the alloy spokes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYXlT3VGihY
I'm really not convinced as to the need for discs on rear brakes. They are understressed when compared to fronts so I don't think the performance factor comes into it. The discs rust out quickly due to exposure to all the crap the front wheels are throwing at them. Self adjusting mechanisms and hand brake actuation is complicated and difficult to mend, also tends to seize up more than drums. Finally, when they do become unserviceable they are much more costly to buy parts for.
Maybe I should start a campaign for the appreciation of drum brakes on rear axles? But, oh silly me, then the inspection service interval would involve removing rear wheels and drums instead of just glancing at the pads through the alloy spokes.
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