RJT> I can't see the need for that. If I can lock the wheels, then what
RJT> would more calipers get me? The last thing I want is to lose the
RJT> grip the tires have on the road...

CA> Brakes don't 'lock' wheels.

RJT> Not usually,  no.  :-)  But I *can* if I need to.

 Why would you ever "need to" (unless you're
already stopped)? Stopping distance is greater
with locked wheels, than with wheels braked at
the optimum amount for the conditions. See
Charles' excellent explaination below.

CA> Braking is a transfer of energy into heat. The more heat you can
CA> generate in the shortest amount of time the faster you stop as long
CA> as you don't slide on insufficient rubber. Anti-lock brakes are
CA> supposed to stop you from losing traction if setup properly and
CA> maintained.

 TTYL.

 Robert

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