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Offline florence

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Re: Front brake pads
« Reply #15 on: May 14, 2025, 12:39:35 PM »
Recently, I changed the original master cylinder, which I had been using since 1995, as it had failed and was leaking brake fluid.  I replaced with the one from David Silver and I have to say it has transformed my brakes, much better feel and stops more quickly.

Another useful addition has been stainless steel replacement caliper piston.  Saves the almost annual caliper rebuild.

Braided hose is a sensible choice too.  Obviously, not period correct but I think worthwhile.

Pads are EBC Sintered.
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Offline royhall

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Re: Front brake pads
« Reply #16 on: May 20, 2025, 01:23:35 PM »
Changed my front pads to the EBC FA13V that Skoti recommended and the stopping power has increased by about 50%. The front brake is now feeling a bit more up to the job.
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Re: Front brake pads
« Reply #17 on: May 20, 2025, 02:39:32 PM »
I want twin discs on my F1, with drilled discs all round - yes, I know that they don't really work any better,  I just like the style.
I think that the extra front disc should remove the need for high performance pads and discs
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