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aloha,
Last weekend I almost had to get off the road coming down a long downhill run when I neared an intersection and the light turn red. Usually my brakes are ok, but I guess there were hot from trying to keep my speed under control.
Anyway I had my foot all the way down to the floor and just barely stopped.
I had my brakes checked a year ago, and I was told that the brakes pad were fine.
I believe I have steel drums, and I am strongly considering switching to cast iron drums. Can you please tell what is your experience switching from steel to cast irons drums?
It seems to be also a fairly easy job, but what should I be aware off, before starting the job?
mahalo