Re: [EVDL] This is why many (most?) EVs have governed top speed

2022-07-01 Thread EV List Lackey via EV
On 30 Jun 2022 at 7:23, Jay Summet via EV wrote: > Also why you shouldn't use DOT 3 brake fluid for racing... He had > upgraded most of the stock brake system (rotors, calipers, etc) but > left/re-used the stock brake fluid. Fluid boiled, gas in lines > reduced/eliminated proper operation. In

Re: [EVDL] This is why many (most?) EVs have governed top speed

2022-07-01 Thread Jay Summet via EV
On 7/1/22 06:03, EV List Lackey via EV wrote: On 30 Jun 2022 at 7:23, Jay Summet via EV wrote: Also why you shouldn't use DOT 3 brake fluid for racing... He had upgraded most of the stock brake system (rotors, calipers, etc) but left/re-used the stock brake fluid. Fluid boiled, gas in lines

Re: [EVDL] This is why many (most?) EVs have governed top speed

2022-07-01 Thread Mr. Sharkey via EV
One must also keep in mind that there are significant differences in the design requirements for brakes intended for heavy service such as racing. Most significant is the compound of the friction pads in the brakes. Most performance disc brake pad compounds don't actually provide much braking p