{"id":28218,"date":"2020-12-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-12T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.r1concepts.com\/blog\/?p=28218"},"modified":"2021-05-27T17:59:03","modified_gmt":"2021-05-28T00:59:03","slug":"121120","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.r1concepts.com\/blog\/121120\/","title":{"rendered":"Brakes 101"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Many automobile enthusiasts are discovering that while it can be interesting to judge a vehicle on how fast it can go from zero to 60, it can actually be more important to pay attention to how quickly it can safely go from 60 to a complete stop. This is particularly true if you have a high-performance vehicle, one that will frequently be carrying your family or one that is often fully loaded. A vehicle’s ability to slow and stop is based on its braking system<\/span><\/a>, which may contain more components than one realizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Braking System Components<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be beneficial for all car owners to have at least some basic knowledge of the elements of a car braking system<\/span><\/a> and how each component works. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022<\/strong> Brake Pedal.<\/strong> Like the gas pedal supplies fuel to the engine, the brake pedal supplies brake fluid<\/span><\/a> to the master cylinder.
\u2022<\/strong> Master Cylinder. <\/strong>The master cylinder is basically a plunger-type system that forces brake fluid<\/span><\/a> through the brake lines as the brake pedal is pushed.
\u2022<\/strong> Brake Lines. <\/strong>This is a series of sealed tubing that carries brake fluid<\/span><\/a> down to the wheels.
\u2022<\/strong> Brake Rotors<\/span><\/a> and\/or Drums<\/span><\/a>. <\/strong>Disc brakes use rotors<\/span><\/a>, drum brakes use drums<\/span><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022<\/strong> Wheel Cylinders.<\/strong> These serve to apply the pressure to disc or drum brakes, creating friction that slows and stops a vehicle.
\u2022<\/strong> Brake Pads<\/span><\/a> and\/or Shoes<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong> These are the components that actually press against the metal drums<\/span><\/a> and rotors<\/span><\/a> to stop the car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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R1 Concepts Brake Shoes <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a car decelerates, weight shifts from the rear wheels to the front. This weight transfer is an important consideration when selecting a braking system<\/span><\/a>. Neutral brake balance provides the shortest stopping distance, but in spite of this, all car manufacturers set vehicles at the factory with a 5-10% bias to the front brakes<\/span><\/a>. The reason makes sense as this 5-10% bias makes the car easier to control under braking for the average driver. The vehicle, however, is not taking full advantage of its rear brakes<\/span><\/a> in this set-up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those who frequently carry heavier loads or for enthusiasts who want better braking<\/span><\/a> capabilities, an excellent choice could be a balanced braking system<\/span><\/a>. The new components of a balanced braking shifting work together to slightly shift the brake bias, based on conditions, to the rear wheels. This optimizes braking power<\/span><\/a>, especially under more stressful conditions. Adjusting brake bias will affect handling, so choosing the right brake set up<\/span><\/a> will depend on your vehicle and driving habits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another worthwhile note when it comes to braking performance<\/span><\/a> is recognizing that it is often said brakes<\/span><\/a> don’t stop a car, the tires do. If you are looking for maximum braking performance<\/span><\/a> you will also want to make sure your car is equipped with quality tires with plenty of tread life remaining.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While brake<\/span><\/a> balance may not be as critical in a daily driver, for racing, performance and vehicles under heavy loads it can be of primary importance. It is certainly worth investigating and considering when upgrading your braking system<\/span><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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