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Every successful motorsport project starts with confidence in the braking system. Whether you are competing in drifting, rally, circuit racing, hillclimb, time attack, Formula Student or you are building a high performance track or kit car, brake feel and brake balance are critical to how a vehicle performs.

Precision braking is the cornerstone of performance driving. Whether you are setting up a track car, developing a rally vehicle or fine-tuning a kit car for road and competition, understanding how hydraulic components interact will transform your driving experience. The master cylinder, brake bias valve, and hydraulic handbrake each play a critical role in how braking pressure, pedal feel and control are delivered to the wheels.

Lever and Screw Type Brake Bias Valve – Installation, Bleeding & Fitment Guide Upgrade your brake system with precision using the Lever Type or Screw Brake Bias Valve. Follow this guide to ensure safe, efficient installation and optimal performance.

Before installing the master cylinder in your vehicle, you must bench bleed it. This process removes trapped air within the bore and ports that cannot be purged easily once installed. Skipping this step can leave air bubbles inside the master cylinder, leading to a soft pedal, uneven hydraulic pressure, and poor brake performance.

When you picture a Formula 1 car, one feature always stands out is the towering F1 rear wing. Perched high above the rear wheels, it’s one of the most visible, and most important, pieces of aerodynamic hardware. While the floor might quietly produce the bulk of downforce, the rear wing is the anchor, keeping the car planted and balanced through high-speed corners. Add in clever tools like DRS and the beam wing, and you have a fascinating blend of stability and speed.