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Darkshark
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Brakes?

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Hi guys I have a Cathay grey ek.I was considering going the hr disc brake front and standard rear drums.just wondering do I have to use a booster ?
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Re: Brakes?

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You don't have to use a booster but you will need to change the rear wheel cylinders to match the discs.
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Re: Brakes?

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Thanks Devilrod
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Re: Brakes?

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Is there a reason for not wanting a booster? Running unboosted requires a lot more pedal pressure especially seeing as the discs are solid.
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Re: Brakes?

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Cost and did not want to change to much from original still have the old grey.
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