Difference Between Disc Brakes and Drum Brakes - Toughla

Brakes are the main stopping force for your vehicle outside of engine braking and scraping up against the occasional curb or barrier. Most brakes come in two forms, disc and drum form factors, each accompanying their own particular advantages and deficiencies which will be covered in this article. Literally a  Drum Brake   is a small round drum that has a set of shoes inside of it. The drum brake will turn close by the haggle the brake pedal is connected, the shoes are forced against the sides of the drum and the wheel is slowed. A  Disc Brake  has a disc shaped metal rotor spinning within a wheel. When pressure is applied to the brake pedal a caliper will squeeze the brake pads against the disc. This will slow the wheel down as more pressure is applied to the brake pedal, bringing the car to a halt. Benefits of drum brakes? ·          Drum Brakes are simplifies maintenance, with most components being he...