#59818

Actually, I just read an article (discussing modern cars) that stated rear disc brakes carry a weight and cost penalty. The author felt that in many cases rear discs are overkill for today’s front drivers.
Having driven otherwise identically equipped Ford Tauruses back to back, there is no doubt in my mind that a properly engineered rear disc setup is superior.
In my mind it kind of boils down to: A) Is this project within my capabilities? Am I sure that I am going to make the car better and not worse? (Being able to share ideas with other club members on this forum is certainly a terrific advantage!) B) Does the improvement justify the cost – with the cost obviously being effected by how much of the work I can do myself vs having to pay someone else to do it. (Also most of us take pride in doing it ourselves when possible).