General
When installing wheel lug nuts what pattern should be used?
Star pattern
This item is considered the heart of the braking system.
Master Cylinder
What are the friction generating components called on drum brakes?
Brake shoes
Disc brake system uses what to create the friction?
Pads
Did PJ work at a garage over the summer?
Yes, Motorvation
What color is DOT 3 brake fluid?
Clear to Amber in color
What can't a liquid do?
Compress
Drum brake systems use what to apply the brake shoes?
Wheel Cylinders
Disc brake systems use what to apply the force to brake pads?
Calipers
How old is PJ? Be nice... your final grade may be affected.
38
A brake pedal is a form of what?
Lever
The hydraulic system uses these to direct brake fluid to the calipers or wheel cylinders.
Brake lines
Why do drum brakes use large springs?
To return the shoes to the unapplied position
How are the pistons in brake calipers retracted?
Square cut brake caliper piston seal
How many kids do I have?
2 Girls, Annabelle and Ainslie
How much force do you think is exerted on a brake pedal by a driver under normal driving conditions?
About 45 lbs will take (+-5 lbs)
What is the biggest factor brake fluid must deal with?
Heat
Name one form of brake fade.
Mechanical fade
Lining fade
Gas fade
Water Fade
What is squished between the brake pads slowing down the wheel?
Rotor
What do you think got PJ interested in the automotive industry?
Circle Track Racing
Kinetic energy from vehicle movement, is converted into heat energy, through what?
Friction
True or False
Too many bends and loops in a brake line system will decrease the braking pressure.
False
Why do drum brakes require less pressure to maintain a certain braking pressure?
From the Servo-action
What valve prevents the front calipers from applying before the rear drum brakes are applied?
Metering Valve
What is my favorite HBO series? Hint 101st Airborne
Band of Brothers