Subject	Brake calipers better in opposite position?
Posted by	Milo (Sport Z Magazine) on March 28, 2004 at 11:39 AM
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Message	Is there any research on the placement of the caliper in relation to the vehicle's stopping power. I've noticed that our Z's stock location is great for most cars but it's no secret that slowing down an almost 4ton Z32 with 2 caliper pistons is a bit under developed. I got into this discussion when I noticed the trend of putting it on the opposite side from most motorcycle manufacturers. I also noticed this trend not only on some motorcycles but some high end cars & brake setups. Is there something in the placement that would aid in surface area performance or is the is done for something minor like brake dust dissipation? Just was curious to see what info was out there.
Follow Ups	Brake calipers better in opposite position? - Milo (Sport Z Magazine) 11:39:51 03/28/04 4-ton? Let's see, 1 ton = 2000 lbs ... (n/m) - NytWolf 11:44:47 03/28/04 Oops.... math in general owns me. (n/m) - Milo (Sport Z Magazine) 11:50:01 03/28/04 i asked the same question... - allMOTOR (CA) 12:31:20 03/28/04 Position does not matter >> - Chip(GMS Racing) 12:33:22 03/28/04 the rears are 2 pistons, the front are 4 pistons calipers. (n/m) - Halo Z 13:34:55 03/28/04 Sure. Kick a man when he's down... or umm sleepy. (n/m) - Milo (Sport Z Magazine) 08:28:54 03/29/04 Indirectly; less fading if placed where they get max cooling - SooperZ95 15:36:05 03/28/04 Sorry to answer a question with a question, but >>> - Waco300zx 22:08:47 03/28/04 The offset of the rear rotors is different, and they don't - YugoBernie (NoVA) 01:57:00 03/29/04 Thanks, always wondered. (n/m) - Waco300zx 14:56:06 03/29/04
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