ZetecTinaLee Posted March 25, 2008 Report Posted March 25, 2008 As above really... got a mk2 escort bias pedal box in my mk1 cortina which I tryed ordering a remote servo for today. I understand that I will be running a dual curcuit as of the 2 cylinders on the pedal box? The chap on the phone said I either need to get 2 servos at £150+vat each or some companys do an item with two inlets for £400 odd quid What do people use? Any help much appreciated liam
richyc Posted March 25, 2008 Report Posted March 25, 2008 dont bother with a servo, should be fine, had no servo in my ht built rs for nearlly 17 years and im still here
Guest MK1gaz Posted March 25, 2008 Report Posted March 25, 2008 Yes you don't need a servo with a bias-peddle box . Just push the brake peddle harder instead and save £££'s
ZetecTinaLee Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Posted March 25, 2008 Sounds like thats sorted then cheers guys
kevmk2 Posted March 26, 2008 Report Posted March 26, 2008 My mate Steve had a remote servo just on the front brakes with bias pedal box in his mk2 escort 4 door, he said it was a bit too much and used to lock up the front brakes too easy, but he is disabled and needed the extra effort from the brakes, he also had power steering from a mk5 escort fitted.
Guest MK1gaz Posted March 26, 2008 Report Posted March 26, 2008 Kev- Do you run a servo?Just a parachute and an anchor knowing Kevs driving !!!!!!!!
pelvins Posted March 26, 2008 Report Posted March 26, 2008 i run a servo with a bias braking system and find it fine
Toby Posted March 26, 2008 Report Posted March 26, 2008 No servo no bias!! Princess 4 pots and Grany rears, really good combo in my opinion! I'm not really a pilot though!!
bmxdave Posted March 26, 2008 Report Posted March 26, 2008 Whats this Servo thing your all talking about? Ive never used a servo and never ever ever plan to. I believe the leverage or pot size on a pedal box means less effort is needed. Your best bet is to try it first, then if needs be you can fit the expensive one. I wouldnt reccomend a servo on just one system.
kevmk2 Posted March 26, 2008 Report Posted March 26, 2008 Kev- Do you run a servo? Nope, just a heavy foot It still takes some work to stop the fooker at the speeds it does in a short space
ZetecTinaLee Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Posted March 26, 2008 Lol, ok cheers guys il try it without first and see if I have any probs
Toby Posted March 27, 2008 Report Posted March 27, 2008 It still takes some work to stop the fooker at the speeds it does in a short space I had a go in my mates M3 just before he sold it, we were doing 150 when a lorry pulled out on us, I braked for ever!! Glanced down and we were still doing 100!! When we got out he said, "I haven't even been that fast in it" Even specifically designed cars don't stop fast from 130 plus! Offers open for a go in your Kev
Retromotorsport Posted March 27, 2008 Report Posted March 27, 2008 I've always said the mark of a fast car is its 0mph to 100mph and back to 0 mph again .. My friend Duncan held the record a few years back with just under 11 seconds .. then the Veyron did it in 9.9 and then the Ultima did a 9.4 .. some cars struggle to 60 in 9 seconds let alone stopping again As for Servos.. they dont make the brakes any better, just make it easier to push the pedal... at the same time deadening the pedal feel .. fine for an ABS traction controlled car but for a sporting car without driver aids its prefered to feel the pedal
ZetecTinaLee Posted March 27, 2008 Author Report Posted March 27, 2008 No servo it is then!! Retro, cheers for the info that all makes sence!! liam
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