Disc vs Drum Brakes
Full List of Products Posted on June 8th, 2015 by vaproWhat are the major advantages of Disc Brakes as compared to Drum Brakes?
MAINTENANCE:
- Fewer moving parts. Compare the caliper with one moving part, to a drum brake, with between 9 and 12 moving parts.
- Longer life due to fewer moving parts and more effective heat dissipation.
- Friction pads are easily accessible for replacement or inspection.
- Easy access to caliper for cleaning and maintenance.
- Entire caliper can be removed for maintenance without removing rotor and hub. (Kodiak’s caliper components can be replaced at any automotive parts store stocking GM replacement parts.)
- Entire rotor can be removed for maintenance* without removing hub.
* Kodiak’s vented rotors are furnished with ample distance between the friction pads to allow for normal wear. Should it become necessary, the rotors can be “turned” or “re-surfaced”. The rotors must be replaced when worn to the minimum thickness stamped on the edge of the rotor.
PERFORMANCE:
- Calipers are self-adjusting to eliminate unequal braking from one side to the other, resulting in smoother braking. Brake adjustment headaches are eliminated.
- Braking performance is less likely to be affected by dirt, water, or rust contamination.
- Much less sensitive to premature lock-up or wheel skid than corresponding uni-servo or duo-servo hydraulically operated drum brakes, or electrically operated drum brakes.
- Fade resistant.
VALUE:
- Disc brakes represent a better value to the consumer in that they have a lower owning cost over the expected life of the trailer.