Brake fluid is stored in the master cylinder. When you step on the brake pedal, fluid goes from the master cylinder into the brake lines; when you release the pedal, the fluid flows back into the ...

There are three basic functions we expect from any car: go, stop and steer; with the latter two at the top of the safety list. Let's face it, if you can't stop and steer you're going to be in serious ...

In last month's issue (Apr. '18) we set about converting our 1957 Ford Ranch Wagon from early Camaro disc brakes to modern, aluminum four-piston disc brakes from Wilwood Engineering. The conversion ...

Making our cars go fast is an exciting part of our hobby. Making 'em stop is usually not so exciting--that is unless you've experienced your quickest pass ever, only to discover that spongy pedal may ...

During the 1960’s the automotive industry evolved quickly, and started setting standards that are still common in modern-day car manufacturing. Brakes were an area of concern as the horsepower wars ...