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Old 03-23-2012, 07:51 AM   #83
ryanroo
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Re: D60 Front Brake Upgrade

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Originally Posted by Last_Paladin View Post
I see no problems with 5/16" when you consider that most modern brackets are almost sheet metal. I also agree with the rotational forces, for which there is ALOT of meat there to resist.

Look at the flange the backing plate bolts to on a 14B. Or the backing plate itself.
my thoughts exactly. i plan to try something similar when i get to the front axle and although i may do it a little differently i would have no issues using 5/16 or even 1/4

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