I didn't notice any change in braking after installing the nifty Datsun
aluminum finned brake drums. The theoretical improvement would be
increased heat dissipation, with reduced brake fade in situations when
you're doing lots of braking (competition).
At 03:52 PM 7/11/01, Jim Hurley wrote:
>Hello,
>
>I'm thinking about improving the braking of my TR6. I've picked up a few
>hints that there is a simple way to improve the rear brake setup by using
>drums from a Datsun. Can anyone point me towards some detailed info about
>this possibility?
>
>Also, if there are any mods to the front brakes (did I catch something
>about upgrading to a multi-piston caliper?), could you pass that on as well.
>
>Thanks in advance,
>
>
>Jim Hurley "Life is too short for a backfire!"
>'75 TR6
>'83 F350 4 Door
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