rear brake weight thingy

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Nov 4, 2016 | 07:55 PM

Dirty_Bird

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rear brake weight thingy

Im just curious with the rear disk calipers on our cars, whats the point of the wheel weight thing on the caliper?

Nov 4, 2016 | 09:12 PM

NewOrleansLT1

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It's suppose to help with the emergency brake disengagement I believe but I'm not sure.. But I BEEN removed that crap lol... And the brakes work fine..

Nov 5, 2016 | 07:46 AM

shbox

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I believe it is a vibration dampener.

Nov 5, 2016 | 04:55 PM

Kevin97ss

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Originally Posted by shbox

I believe it is a vibration dampener.

This is correct, without it the rear brakes can "sing" in certain situations such as on a road course. It wont be missed in typical street driving situations. If your looking to save weight you can ditch it with out worry.