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The world is all about balance and the same goes for your car. While 0 to 60 times are certainly great, 60 to 0 times are as well! When it comes to braking systems, you have a choice between two types - disc and drum.
What is the biggest issue when it comes to slowing down a car with brakes? The answer may seem obvious - how quickly you can slow the car down. This is an immediate concern, but the bigger issue for most passenger cars is the ability of the brake system to deal with heat caused by the friction of the slowing process. The better a brake system can get rid of heat, the longer it will perform well and last.
When it comes to disc and drum brake systems, there is really know contest between the two when heat is considered. Disc brakes are much better at processing heat. This means they will last longer and perform better than drum brakes in nearly every situation.
Disc brakes work via a squeezing motion. Imagine taking a Frisbee and spinning it between two points. If you place a hand on each side and slowly start squeezing the Frisbee, it is going to slow down. This is pretty much how a disc brake system works. The fact the brake pads, in this case your hands, are on both sides of the brake and exposed to air helps them dissipate the heat that arises from the slowly process.
A drum break works on a push and pull system. Imagine two plates stacked next to each other. One is the wheel drum spinning and the other is the drum break. When you decide to break, the internal rim of the drum break extends two curved pads that rub against the turning wheel to slow it down. These drum pads are surrounded by metal, which means they tend to have problems dissipating heat and can wear down fairly quickly.
So, now you know the difference between disc and drum brakes. Given the advantages of the disc brake, most cars must have them, right? Well, yes and no. Most cars have disc brakes on the front wheels, but have drum brakes on the back. Why? There are two reasons. First, drum brakes are cheaper than disc. Second, a slowing car puts most of the wear and tear on the front brakes, so the wear and tear on the back is nominal. This means the drum brakes do not heat up as much and last plenty long enough to be used.
The thing about brake systems is you are pretty much stuck with what you have on a car when you get it from the dealer unless you want to do some serious retrofitting. Still, it is good to know what you have and why it works.
Dirk Gibson writes about high performance auto parts for DCJAutoParts.com - find performance car parts online.
An Overview of Disc Brakes
Whether you drive a Mercedes, a motorbike or a pickup truck, you probably have disc brakes on your vehicle. And even though you probably never think about their function, they are the single most important function on your vehicle. Though there are several types of motor brakes, the drum and the disk, the disk brakes are more commonly used. Disc brakes are far better than drum brakes because of their powerful stopping ability. Disc brakes handle substantially better in wet weather conditions. Why chance anything but the best?
What are Disc Brakes?
Put simply, disc brakes consist of two pads that grasp a rotating disk. The disk, or rotor, connects to the wheels by an axle. You control the grasping power. When you pull on the brake, the clamps come together on the disk, forcing it to stop spinning and causing your vehicle to slow down and eventually stop.
How Do You Control Disk Breaks?
In a car, controlling your disk brakes is as simple as pressing the brake pedal or pulling up on the emergency brake. For motorbikes, however, there are two ways to slow it down. You can use the right hand lever or the rear left foot lever. They actually work better when you use them together to better the efficiency and lengthen the life of the disc brakes and pads.
How To Maintain Disk Brakes?
Regardless of the type of vehicle you drive, you will probably need to consider break maintenance or replacement at some point. It is important to check the thickness of your brake pads. If these pads are bare they can cause pricey damage to your disc brakes.
You should also keep an eye on your vehicle's brake fluid. Your vehicle will run more efficiently with the occasional dose of fresh break fluid.
Replacing the break pads and the disc brakes fairly easily on your own. Don't hesitate to get help if you are unsure though. A simple mistake like a poorly fitted brake pad can cause scarring to your disk brake.
What Type of Damage is Possible To Your Disc Brakes?
There are several ways your break disks can show damage. They can warp, scar or crack. It's best if you can catch these signs of damage early on and repair them as quickly as possible to limit further damage to your disk breaks. Unfortunately, once they crack, the disc brakes are not repairable. It also helps to get the help of a certified professional when it comes to making repairs to your disc brakes.
How Are Disc Brakes Designed?
These days, the designs of the disc brakes vary greatly. Some are made in classic solid steel, but others have special hallowed out sections that allow the extra built up heat to escape. These slotted steel wheels may help prolong the life of the discs because they reduce built-up heat and cut back on the possibility of warping. The creative designs are endless and each design has a different effect on the performance of your braking system.
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