Re: DML:Re:Brake rotors

From: James Harmon (jdharmon@earthlink.net)
Date: Thu Apr 20 2000 - 01:15:54 EDT


I know. I was going to work with them on the prototype and install process. They
are flakes. I hope you have better luck if there is a problem. Good luck

Bob Mankin wrote:

> James Harmon wrote:
> >
> > The PowerSlot rotors are solid with slots carved in. They are $99 per rotor.
> > You must use carbon metallic pads (new) when installing these. The Brembos are
> > cross drilled and slotted. While a great idea for a lot of heavy braking
> > similar to race conditions, the cross drilled rotors eat pads like crazy. And
> > the carbon metallic pads are expensive ($60 per set). The rotors only go on
> > the front. Your rear brakes are drums. Major custom mods to put the disc
> > brakes on the back!!!!
> >
> > I have them on the DACUDA. The slotted rotors actually decrease stoping
> > distance significantly. Feels more solid when braking on curves.
> >
> > I highly recommend them!!
> >
> > Jim
>
> Jim,
>
> Don't know if it's been mentioned on the list, but Stainless Steel
> Brakes has their new rear disc kit out for the late model DAKS. Just
> released about a month ago. Lists for $645. Simple bolt-on, no fab
> required. I also ordered the optional slotted rotors to match the Power
> Slots I'll be putting on the front. I'm anxiously waiting for the UPS
> man to drop the kit on my porch. Hope to have it installed within a
> couple of weeks.
>
> Bob



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