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I wasn't trying to flame you I was really asking!
I just didn't know.
I just didn't know.
Upgrading my brakes
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No worries, I didn't take it that way. I apologize if I came across defensive.
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Either way, we can chat later today. Thanks for the help bud!
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No problem at all. I am available for questions whether you buy anything from me or not. I am here to help you get the products that offer the best cost/benefit for YOU.
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I am going to throw one more thing out there. Below you will find a couple of pics of my 03 3/4 ton ZF-6 Duramax loaded with Christmas trees. Putting as plainly as possible, if the R1Concepts can withstand this kind of use/abuse, I know for a fact that they can get the job done on a Tahoe of any year model. Let's just put it this way, the brakes handled the loads better than the rear suspension...lol Some of the loads grossed out at over 40K lbs TGCVW Enjoy...
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Nuff said....
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baer 4 or 6 piston calipers? you know they make the same setup thats on the truck not just a larger piston and IMO not worth spending the money on it.
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You know, I have read a good amount about the larger piston calipers and the 3-4-6 piston calipers. I have to say that from a general mechanic point of view, the number of pistons, similar to larger diameter rotors, only really serves to increase the breaking surface. If there is not an additional upgrade to the hydroboost system to provide more fluid pressure the upgraded calipers will not improve clamping force on the rotors/pads. The number one contributing factor to maintaining solid braking pressure is keeping the power steering fluid flushed regularly. By regularly I mean this, in the wife's 04 Denali I have to flush the power steering fluid at the very least every six months to keep the firm pedal feel. But the multiple piston calipers will do little to nothing to improve the performance of the brakes without other upgrades added into the mix and I am honestly not aware of a hydroboost system upgrade that will do that.
As for the power steering fluid, it should be clear and odorless, if it is discolored and smells at all then it needs flushed. It is cheap insurance to get the most longevity and performance out of the stock calipers. Well, that combined with making sure that when new brakes are installed that you use the hardware that comes with the new pads and make sure to regrease the guide pins to ensure that the calipers "float" properly.
I also recommend flushing the brake fluid before every winter. Your owner's manual will not tell you that, but brake fluid brakes down faster than any other fluid in the truck and the most common reason for calipers locking up (not functioning and causing the truck to pull to one side during braking) is bad fluid that is saturated with water condensation. If it is left like that then it can freeze in the lines and cause problems that cost a whole lot more than fluid replacement.
As for the power steering fluid, it should be clear and odorless, if it is discolored and smells at all then it needs flushed. It is cheap insurance to get the most longevity and performance out of the stock calipers. Well, that combined with making sure that when new brakes are installed that you use the hardware that comes with the new pads and make sure to regrease the guide pins to ensure that the calipers "float" properly.
I also recommend flushing the brake fluid before every winter. Your owner's manual will not tell you that, but brake fluid brakes down faster than any other fluid in the truck and the most common reason for calipers locking up (not functioning and causing the truck to pull to one side during braking) is bad fluid that is saturated with water condensation. If it is left like that then it can freeze in the lines and cause problems that cost a whole lot more than fluid replacement.
