Kit Features:
Dynalite Pro Series Rear Parking Brake Kits combine high performance braking, high-tech style, and
functional simplicity for rear axle disc brake conversions that
require a parking brake. Pro Series rear kits use Forged Billet
Dynalite calipers, PolyMatrix brake pads, and iron rotors with integral
mounting hats to engage the parking brake assembly hidden neatly
inside. Whether it's a simple conversion from drum brakes, or an
upgrade to compliment wheels, tires, or suspension equipment, these
kits have it all. Check out the performance features and the options
available in this new generation of rear axle kits from Wilwood.
Forged Billet Dynalite 4 Piston Calipers
FDL calipers are the newest and strongest in the
class. Stress-flow forging and a highly efficient radial transition
body design are key elements contributing to the superior strength
and performance of the FDL. The superior strength of this innovative
caliper is combined with proven performance features from other
Wilwood designs. FDL calipers are a fixed lug mount, opposed piston
configuration that generates high clamping force without deflection
from four stainless steel pistons. Stainless is used to resist corrosion
and reduce heat transfer. Square faced o-rings provide long service
life and decreased drag from positive piston retraction. Each caliper
uses Wilwood's SRS stainless steel bridge plates to eliminate bridge
wear caused by pad gouging and extend the service life of the caliper.
The spring loaded action of the SRS plates also eliminates pad rattle
and dampens the vibration harmonics that contribute to pad squeal.
Internal fluid ports eliminate all potential problems associated
with external tubes. Four corner bleed screws assure simple and
effective air evacuation from both sides regardless of mounting
position. The top loaded brake pads can be easily serviced without
caliper removal. Standard kits include calipers with Wilwood's signature
and a high luster black anodized finish. For custom show machines,
fully polished calipers are also available and guaranteed to catch
the eye and win the favor of the most discriminating enthusiast.
SRP and HP Series Iron Discs with
Integral Hats
All FDL caliper kits
in this group use a 12.19" diameter iron rotor with an integral
mount hat. These discs generate big stopping power and the iron
hats house the internal parking brake shoes. Solid iron discs are
0.50" thick and provide plenty of cooling for light and medium
duty cruisers. Vented discs are 0.81" thick with internal vanes
that provide additional cooling capacity for heavier vehicles or
competition applications. Both thickness rotors are available with
either the SRP drilled and slotted or HP smooth face preparation.
For custom, show, and performance sport driving applications, SRP
rotor kits offer the enhanced look and performance of a specially
engineered directional cross-drill and face slot pattern. The venting
and cleaning action of the holes and slots will reduce pad glaze,
dissipate surface heat, and minimize irregular brake pad build-up
on the rotor faces. The results are smoother engagement with improved
consistency and response from the pads. Each SRP rotor is silver
zinc washed to prevent rust on the areas of the rotor not kept clean
by pad contact. HP rotor kits include smooth faced, close tolerance
machined rotors. The additional mass of the non-drilled rotors will
extend rotor life on heavier vehicles and competition applications
subject to higher sustained and peak operating temperatures.
C-5 Corvette Kits
Rear brake kits for the 1997-2003 Corvette feature a specially built
four piston version of the Superlite series Big Brake caliper. The
calipers carry a slightly larger brake pad than the FDL, and have
the correct bridge radius for use with 13" rotors. The 13"
diameter by 1" thick vented iron rotors are bolted to an iron
rotor mount hat that installs over the OE axle flange and retains
the original internal shoe park brake assembly. Kits are available
with either SRP drilled and slotted performance rotors or GT Series
Competition rotors.
PolyMatrix Brake Pads
PolyMatrix brake pads give fast response, high resistance to fade,
long wear, and the low rotor abrasion that PolyMatrix is so well
known for. Pad compounds are specifically selected for each application
and are listed in the service parts guide for each kit.
Internal Parking Brake Assemblies
Mechanically actuated twin shoe systems are neatly
hidden inside the hat section of the rotor. This method provides
the best holding power without clutter or rattle. Parking brake
cables are relocated close to the axle tube adding wheel clearance
and reducing visual impact. Parking brake assemblies shipped with
kits are pre-assembled for easy installation. Some noted kits will
retain the original equipment parking brake assembly from the vehicle.
Caliper Brackets and Hardware
Aluminum caliper mount brackets with threaded steel
inserts are lightweight and strong. The brackets are CNC machined
for precise fit on each specific installation. Grade 8 quality or
higher fasteners, washers, and alignment shims are included in each
kit.
Important Ordering Information
Custom built or narrowed rear axles may use axle
bearings and flange offsets that are different from the original
make and model of the center section. All kits must be ordered based
on the housing end flange and axle offset. |
