Drilled and Slotted Rotors
There’s real science behind the location of holes, slots and grooves in today’s brake rotors. Plus, they look great too.
Decrypting Brake Pad Edge Codes
Learning the cryptic codes on the brake pad or shoe will tell you a lot of information.
Differences Between Disc And Drum Brakes
Both systems generate friction to slow the wheels, but they use different designs to do it.
Fowler Extended Range Brake Micrometer
The micrometer’s features include sharp, black graduations on satin chrome finish and a jaw depth of 3.5-in.
VW Rear Disc Brake Piston Retraction And Pad Replacement
With Volkswagen (VW) rear disc brakes, the parking brake is integrated into the caliper. A ratchet mechanism inside the caliper is supposed to automatically adjust the travel of the caliper to maintain the proper clearance between the pad and rotor.
