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Originally Posted by LTfun
He's right mechanical braking doesn't help a car that can provide enough braking force for the situation/application. Nor would an additional set of brake calipers etc. Now if the car couldn't lock up the wheels or had a malfunction that would be a different story.
Basically, the tire is more important. For panic stops as long there is enough clamping force it all comes down to the tire. Other things than can help are forms of traction control to compensate for surface irregularities and change in direction, e.g. ABS.
Don't get me wrong, brake bias, sizing, and weight distribution play an important role but if those things are setup right (as they usually are from the factory) it really comes down to reaction time, brake pads, and most importantly tires.
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Awell, guess it is the thought that counts lol
