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      11-12-2005, 09:57 PM   #1
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Larger Rear Brakes?

Anyone know why the rear brakes are larger on the 330?

Most cars (i.e. is350) have larger front brakes...
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      11-14-2005, 08:33 AM   #2
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While the rear diameter is larger, the important measure is the pad sweep area. Remember, the rear brakes also have the drum for the parking brake...
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