GreenmanS2000

Reading the thread about grooved discs got me thinking - what are the pros and cons of leading and trailing calipers ?

TangoVTEC

Sometimes the decision will just be based on packaging, for example where the steering rack is (and therefore the track rods etc) will dictate what side of the knuckle the Caliper can go.

From a pure performance perspective of course trailing front calipers and leading rear ones means the weight is closer to the centre of the car, which is beneficial.

Nick Graves

Yup - and with multi-link rear axles, the calipers can end up in some odd places.

Cooling may be a further consideration, depending on airflow.

martin j

Have I seen some cars with twin rear calipers due to the above? or am I havering.

Chuck S

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