Date:         Tue, 11 May 2004 14:24:25 -0600
Reply-To:     Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Worth of Big Brake Kit
Comments: To: botalys@VIDEOTRON.CA
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Denis wrote:
"Can someone tell me if the Big Brake Upgrade worth it ?"

No, I can't. I can say that I have an '87 Westy Syncro TIICO that can travel
comfortably at 80 mph while carrying GVW of 5500 lbs. and I can't see any
negative consequence to increasing its stopping capabilities by adding
larger, vented disc brakes to the front. And that's about it.

Adding to this, I live in the Intermountain Region of the U.S. and do a lot
of climbing and descending on almost all trips I take and this upgrade just
makes good sense to me. No harm in the improvement
Over time you will find quite a few links and references which discuss the
benefits of this upgrade. The only requirement I know of, for this upgrade
to be applicable to a van is having at least 15" wheels.
Bob Stevens

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