Lighter drums for rear???
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Lighter drums for rear???
Where can I find lighter drums for my 7.5 rear. The ones I just pulled off are like 15-20 lbs a piece.
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Re: Lighter drums for rear???
I believe the alum drums are discontinued, but I see them in the bone yards from time to time.
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Re: Lighter drums for rear???
doesn't have to be a big difference because it's unsprung weight and the spinning of the wheel gives it centripital acceleration. less weight, less centripital force. less force to push the car the same speed. it's the same physics behind a lighter flywheel on an engine. the engine has a quicker acceleration though, and more centripital force due to the accelleration of the crankshaft.
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Re: Lighter drums for rear???
I was more concerned with the total weight. Possibly shedding 15-20 lbs?
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ALL FOR ALUMINUM
There are some on Ebay.
Only $120 per set.
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