Thread: ///M Cars brakes = 1 piston
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      12-09-2007, 10:47 PM   #15
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Originally Posted by Dammmittt View Post
It's call friction. Which, as I understand it, has nothing to do with the number of pistons. Brake pads on rotors are what stop your car.

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/disc-brake.htm

thanks for that link. ive always wanted to know EXACTLY how they work, but ive been too lazy to go and do it. much appreciated
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