What is the best brake upgrade for a heavy 4x4 camper van chassis? In this episode, we install the ultimate high-performance SSBC 8-piston caliper and rotor kit to solve dangerous brake fading issues on steep mountain descents.
Welcome back to New Jersey Outdoor Adventures! Today, we are diving deep into major DIY van upgrades, technical mechanical modifications, and essential heavy vehicle maintenance on my custom 1997 Airstream B190 camper van. Built out on a heavy-duty UJoint Off Road 4x4 conversion and riding high on a rugged Ford F350 front axle, this massive 10,500-pound mobile living space demands extreme stopping power. After smoking my stock two-piston factory brakes on a treacherous mountain descent in Arrington, Virginia during Overland Expo East, I knew it was time for a massive high-performance overhaul. Braking performance is easily the most overlooked part of vanlife engineering and custom camper van builds, yet it is arguably the most critical for safety when navigating changing terrain.
Watch as we walk through the step-by-step installation of the stunning SSBC V8 Barbarian brake kit, featuring massive heavy-duty rotors and gorgeous billet aluminum 8-piston calip
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