stopping distance, disk vs drum
I've seen a lot of anecdotal information about stopping distance improvements when switching from drum to disk. What I can't find is a rigorous test that compares pre- and post-switch stopping distan...
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We put a set of hydraulic drum brakes on the 5er about a year ago. It made a big difference in stopping ability, but I really have no way to give you a statistical comparison. What I can say is that there was no way the stock electric brakes would lock up the tires but it was really easy to do with the new hydraulics as I was getting them adjusted. Labor and parts was about $2200. I'd have preferred hydraulic disc brakes, but that was another $1000 and that just wasn't in the budget. I'm really pleased with them. Hope this helps.
