Date:         Wed, 22 Aug 2001 08:05:40 -0700
Reply-To:     Shawn Wright <swright@SLS.BC.CA>
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From:         Shawn Wright <swright@SLS.BC.CA>
Organization: Shawnigan Lake School
Subject:      Re: Reducing brake fade on '88 Westy?
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On 22 Aug 2001 at 7:47, Karl Wolz wrote:

> Shawn,
>
> Not meaning to be insulting, but back off and use a lower gear.  No matter
> how slow the traffic is going, YOU should be in control of your situation.

Yes, I am aware of this, and do so when possible. However, the engine
braking provided by the 2.1 does little to slow a fully loaded Westy
going down long 10-15% grades, especially when you have dolts
ahead of you slowing from 80km/h to 30km/h on each corner...

> That said, if your rotors are warped, it is most likely they are too thin
> and need to be replaced.  Yes, that could contribute to brake fade.  The
> fluid is most likely not an issue.

Thanks, I'll find out this weekend when I pull them...

> If your pedal is gradually moving to the floor, you need to look at
> replacing your master cylinder.  This can feel a lot like brake fade.
>
Nope, all's good in this area.

Thanks.========================
Shawn Wright
Computer Systems Manager
Shawnigan Lake School
http://www.sls.bc.ca
swright@sls.bc.ca