[Shotimes] 96 SHO Brakes

[Carl Prochilo]

Leigh,  I understood the point about using the Z-rated pads since those
weren't available in the 598 size.  The point being that pad compound can
have a major effect on braking ability.

But, if you're going to do the upgrade and weren't planning to use the
larger pad size, then why bother at all?  The upgrade as a whole does pay
a weight penalty and presumably one for larger rotational mass that the
drivetrain has to overcome.  Is the idea that with the larger rotor,
applying the clamping force further out in diameter will produce the same
stopping effect?  I guess that must be it.
Still if I were to go to trouble of the upgrade, I'd still want to be able
to use the 598 pad if I so chose.

Barry, you asked about the rear brakes.
1)  Make sure the slider pins haven't seized up on the calipers.  This is
a very common problem.
2)  You have the option to upgrade to PFCM pads.  I recommend doing that.
3)  If you actually want to USE your rear brakes and have working ABS, I
recommend using the plugs.
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Cheers,
Carl Prochilo
92 Ultra Red Crimson

On Mon, July 12, 2004 12:44 am, Leigh Smith said:

>> The caliper, pads, etc all remain the same.
>
> (Hot debate item) The somewhat smaller 94 pads will work (601 code backing
> plate) Although the 96 style is about 1/4 inch wider (598 backing plate
> code) and will also work and "may" give you some extra performance. IMO
> you won't be able to tell the difference on the street.