I happened across a photo posted on another forum regarding a rear parking brake solution. It's an interesting idea to an on going dilemma that 914 guys struggle with. I don't know how applicable this might be, or what potential (concept wise) it could have, but thought I'd throw it out there.
The photo is a 4 pot radial mount Wilwood caliper that has been modified to accept cable actuated levers. I can't say if the modification compromises the calipers strength, but it is a cute idea. The modified caliper and hardware is offered by Flyin' Miatas.
Andys
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I like it...as long as the parts are modified correctly and never swapped over to be used in a front brake application I see nothing wrong with them.
Thread bump....thought the DeLorean parking brake is kind of neat.
http://www.specialtauto.com/delorean-parts/images/delorean-parking-brake--1.jpg
The thoughts that I had heard discussed previously were that the mechanical brake would be in addition to a rear hydraulic brake. So you'd have a second mechanical-only "spot caliper" to act as your parking brake, and the regular hydraulic brake for actually stopping the car.
--DD
Looks like you can get a set off summit: http://m.summitracing.com/parts/wil-120-10113-bk
Didn't do the research if they have one for our application.
Interesting...I can almost see Flyin' Miata's building from where I am sitting in my office.
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