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Old 03-18-2011, 01:35 AM   #9
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Default Re: Brake Floaters

Make sure that you order the deluxe kit with the new roller pins - otherwise you will spend a lot of time messing around with the cotter pin interference on the roller tracks. The new roller pins are a huge improvement and worth the money. http://www.flatheadted.com/modules.p...DEADSTOPDELUXE

They are a bit tricky to set up - as is the stock system but they really do improve brake pedal effort and feel. You also have to be patient driving for the first little while as they do take a bit of time to seat in. I would tackle the fronts first - drive the car for a while and then tackle the rears. Make sure you read Ted's instructions carefully (I didn't the first time and it was very frustrating). Also consult the two articles at http://www.ocmafc.org/ under Tech Articles.

Ted is very helpful and responsive if you have any problems.

There are a lot of guys that say that the stock system works great if it is set up correctly and that is 100% true. Ted's system also has to be set up correctly - it's the same amount of work as with making sure the stock system is setup and adjusted properly. Ted's system doesn't provide any shortcuts or compensate for a bad setup, worn components, warped (out of round) drums or poor shoe/drum contact. The big difference is the pedal effort and the confidence you will have when stopping.

Hope this helps. No - Ted has not paid me for this endorsement.

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