65 427 cobra rear axel question

[kasearch@ix.netcom.com]

Did they come with inboard or outboard disc brakes?

[JD]

outboard - the inboard is a Jag type set-up to my understanding.

[A-Snake]

Did they come with inboard or outboard disc brakes?

The only original Cobra with inboard brakes was the prototype CSX2000. All the rest had outboard.

[tesgt350]

Is there any advantage to having Inboard Brakes over Outboard Brakes?

[Cobra Ned]

It's a lot easier to swap the pads on an outboard set, especially under race conditions, plus the outboard brakes cool down more quickly.

[tesgt350]

It's a lot easier to swap the pads on an outboard set, especially under race conditions, plus the outboard brakes cool down more quickly.

That's what I was thinking also, PLUS, easier to change out the Rotors as well.

[pbf777]

     The perceived advantage of the inboard brake mounting, on an independent rear axle, next to the differential that is mounted solidly to the chassis (frame), is in the reduction of the otherwise unsprung weight that would be located out on the end of the control arms. 

     Some disadvantages would be as mentioned previously serviceability, but also brake cooling becomes more challenging, but generally this can be overcome with ducting.   Also possibly greater concerns for increased torque reversal loadings of the drivelines (axles, etc.) in the mechanical distance between the braking componentry and the wheel.   

     Scott.