I have up graded to vented discs. I've read where some other members have gone to bigger wheels so they can install bigger discs. That's interesting, but all these upgrades help in stopping brake fade. I'm not having that problem. My problem is not stopping the wheels/tires from turning. My problem is stopping the car.
Twice in the last week, I was driving along at maybe 45-50 mph and a side street I was looking for came up unexpectedly. I laid on the brakes and skidded. One of the times I got slow enough to turn in. (It was not pretty, but I made it) The other time, I had to give up and pass the street and come back. Both times I can say I would have easily made those turns in my 30 year old Bronco without cherp from the tires. (It has small brakes and big tires and doesn't stop very good)
I know the D has a rear weight bias, but is this something I just have to live with? Obviously, my front brakes are working. (Because they skid) Do you think my back brakes are doing nothing? Do you guys notice a major differnce compared to other cars?
I'm thinking about jacking up the rear and running the car to see how much the rear brakes stop the spinning wheels. Not sure if this is a good test. Is there any other test I could do?