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Tail of The Dragon on GL 1200, brake failure.

  • Posted on September 2, 2011 at 3:15 am

Corbett and Bethany on their first trip across the dragon on an old 1984 Goldwing loaded down with sleeping bags tent and other camping gear. About 3 1/2 minutes about half way through the 11 mile ride, 318 curves, I only counted 311 but who really cares, right? Im always afraid of those side boards getting hung up on something in the road. I don’t think Goldwings were designed for roads like this. The brakes were already failing by the time we started shooting video.

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HD to HD Chevy Silverado HD Breaking Test #2 Exhaust Brake 2011

  • Posted on August 13, 2011 at 5:25 am

Exhaust brake system A new feature on Duramax-equipped models is an exhaust brake system. This driver-selectable feature uses the turbine control of the variable geometry turbocharger and the compression of the engine to generate backpressure, slowing the vehicle without applying the brakes. It is a smart system integrated with the cruise control feature and varies the braking to account for the grade and vehicle load. The exhaust brake system allows for virtually effortless driving and towing, with seamless and quiet operation. It also helps prolong brake life and prevents overheating the brakes on long, downhill grades. Large brakes Brake feel and performance are greatly improved with the 2011 Silverado HD trucks. The standard four-wheel disc system is completely revamped to deliver smoother, more immediate and confident-feeling performance. Four-wheel, four-channel ABS is standard on all single-rear-wheel models and a three-channel system is standard on dual-rear-wheel models. The front and rear rotors are larger in diameter — 14 inches (355 mm) — and width on all models to support their increased capacity, weight ratings and trailering ratings, while the calipers are stiffer and stronger. The hydroboost brake booster calibration is revised for reduced pedal effort and the travel of the pedal is also revised for a more comfortable, confident feel. Larger wheel hub and bearing assemblies complement the new brake system and the rear rotors attach to the wheel hubs for …

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1961 Cadillac, Front End Rebuild, Disc Brake Conversion, Air Ride Install , Part 4

  • Posted on July 27, 2011 at 6:49 am

Work on disc brake conversion on 1961 cadillac,master cylinder booster issue…modification needed,will calipers fit? can i use my front rims?

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