brakes

I just bought a ’93 Chevy pickup that I’m gradually fixing it up. The front rotors need replacing and I’m probably going to add rebuilt calipers. This got me to […]

I just bought a small block 1966 El Camino that has had some modifications with an engine swap and a front disc brake conversion. The guy who sold it to […]

While it’s easy to get excited about jaw dropping acceleration and massive towing power, let’s make one point clear: Stopping is just as important as going. To that end, we […]

Brake calipers are an oft-overlooked component of an upgraded brake system, particularly on a truck that’s been modified for heavy-duty hauling, towing, or off-roading. While it’s common to toss on […]

The latest Summit Racing project is a Ram 2500 Heavy Duty pickup truck equipped with a Cummins 6.7L diesel engine. But unlike a lot of project builds, the Summit Racing […]

Whether you’re preparing for riding season, a track day, road trip, or daily commute grind, inspecting your motorcycle’s brake system should be near the top of your pre-ride checklist. But […]

My son and I just bought a ’66 Buick Skylark in pretty good condition. The front suspension needs a lot of work and the original drum brakes will also need […]

Ever worked on your vehicle’s brakes? Then you’ve probably* noticed the characters “DOT 3” or “DOT 4” stamped somewhere on the brake system’s master cylinder cover. Those designations refer to […]

For older cars and trucks, brake pad manufacturers often put a hard metal tab on one of the pads so that, when the pad wears down enough, the metal tab […]

For decades, most brake calipers have been made from cast iron. Cast iron is a strong, durable material, but it’s also really heavy. To help shed weight and improve performance […]