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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 12:54 AM
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Default Granada calipers ??

I just recieved my Granada Power Disc Brakes[sm=wootwoot.gif]
- I was wondering, is it possible to add better calipers to this set-up?
Old Aug 21, 2007 | 01:06 AM
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Default RE: Granada calipers ??

if you wanted better calipers why'd you buy that kit?
actually, your braking capacity is limited more by wheel size which limits rotor size and hence surface area on which to clamp.
cheapest upgrade for that kit is slotted rotors and a better quality pad. it will make a massive difference.
Old Aug 21, 2007 | 01:29 AM
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Its not a big deal to me, I was just wondering
- I already have slotted rotors; What kind of pads are recommended?
Old Aug 21, 2007 | 03:18 AM
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Default RE: Granada calipers ??

ORIGINAL: ShAkE N BaKe!!

I just recieved my Granada Power Disc Brakes[sm=wootwoot.gif]
- I was wondering, is it possible to add better calipers to this set-up?
Yeah, buy an expensive Baer racing or Force 10 kit.[sm=nono.gif]
Old Aug 21, 2007 | 04:27 AM
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Shake, get back in touch with the guy you bought it from (Dennis) and he can hook u up with some pads. I got a set of Dynaforce semi-ceramic pads off of him which have "lower dust and much better bite than metallics" I also got the slotted/drilled rotors...
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