As brakes work by converting kenetic energy into heat, it seems improbable
that a brake material could be more effective in stopping power and at the
same time generate less heat. The two seem mutually exclusive.
Regards, Greg Solow
----- Original Message -----
From: "Phil Trenholme" <dim1@home.com>
To: <vintage-race@autox.team.net>; "356talk" <356talk@356registry.org>
Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2001 1:24 PM
Subject: Carbon-fiber brake shoes/pads
> Anyone use carbon-fiber brake shoes from Superior Friction in San Jose,
> CA? The carbon fiber material is both glued and brass riveted to the
> steel shoe. I have heard that they generate less drum heat and give
> better pedal under racing conditions. Cost is about $120/axle.
>
> Phil
> Los Gatos
> 63 Porsche 356 B vintage racer
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