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Hi to all:
INSTALLER BEWARE!!!
I am not an attorney but attorneys have told me this ...
I don't care how much care one puts into making their vehicle safe.
If home made installations or non authorized parts are used, such
as aftermarket disc brake kits, the ultimate responsibility lies with the
owner who installed them, no matter how many owners there are after the
installation. The same goes for cars as well as home built aircraft.
Unfortunately, you cannot escape that liability.
I designed and constructed a disc brake assembly for my F and I called
upon every bit of engineering knowledge I knew in the design. I over
engineered the adapter brackets to add lots of room for safety. Even if
all the bolts simultaneously fall out, neither the calipers nor the
caliper/adapter brackets can dislodge much from their mounted position. I
believe I will be warned in advance of a problem and can stop safely.
After a couple of years of usage, some of my bolts did indeed work loose so I
applied a generous amount of Loc-Tite and they have held up very well for many
years. And yes, I had originally torqued all bolts to their
recommended specs.
Like many of the members, most of my driving of the F is on long trips so I
may drive for up to 200 miles without touching the brakes. Also, I am not
a tailgater. I love that throttle though!!
My advice ... just be careful and be prepared to accept any responsibility
occurring from your actions!
Dan Reitz
Bell Canyon, CA
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