From: Bjorn Brandstedt (super_deuce@hotmail.com)
Date: Wed Nov 13 2002 - 06:01:13 PST
Morning List,
If you are contemplating the change to a split braking system, consider the
following:
1) Adding components to any system increases the probability of a failure.
2) Installing double flared brake lines under non-controlled conditions
(hand vs machine) will effect the reliability of each connection.
3) The novice may not consider all the reasons for routing the tubing a
specific way to keep it out of harms way, thus increasing the probability
for a failure by metal fatigue or exposure to rocks etc.
4) Over or under torquing of a fitting reduces the reliability of the
connection.
5) Problems with balancing the brake forces between the two halves of a
split brake system under normal operating conditions. Diagonal or front and
back.
6) The probability of just one of the two halves failing as opposed to the
failure of both at the same time. Even a split braking system can experience
total failure.
With more time, I could find other considerations, I’m sure, but perhaps
this will get you thinking.
Question: Has anyone tested the hand brake at any speed other than for
parking? How good is it at slowing the vehicle in case of service brake
failure?
Also, has anyone ever experienced total brake loss with the deuce?
Have a great day,
Bjorn
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