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May 24, 2016 3:59 pm
May 24, 2016 3:59 pm
Subject: Re: V12 & LG6 brake drums; lightened v standard?
Hi Lawence
I think this is a matter of personal choice.
If the car were mine and assuming it did originally have drilled drums all round then I would be cautious of change. As you indicate it may be that the original type drums now on the front were fitted after problems were encountered with the drilled items. The front brake drums on my LG45 are original and certainly more worn than the rear which shows the harder life they have, but of course not hydraulic like the LG6. At the end of the day it depends on what value you place on achieving reduced unsprung weight and 50/50 weight distribution. I doubt there would be a significant improvement in braking performance, but I may be wrong.
Not very informative I am afraid but I know it is frustrating when you do not get a response so thought I would do my bit
Regards
Mark
Hi Lawence
I think this is a matter of personal choice.
If the car were mine and assuming it did originally have drilled drums all round then I would be cautious of change. As you indicate it may be that the original type drums now on the front were fitted after problems were encountered with the drilled items. The front brake drums on my LG45 are original and certainly more worn than the rear which shows the harder life they have, but of course not hydraulic like the LG6. At the end of the day it depends on what value you place on achieving reduced unsprung weight and 50/50 weight distribution. I doubt there would be a significant improvement in braking performance, but I may be wrong.
Not very informative I am afraid but I know it is frustrating when you do not get a response so thought I would do my bit
Regards
Mark