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Originally Posted by Brian Carlton
I don't think so Dave. This would send the vehicle into a spin if you lost one system. The rear calipers have smaller pistons, IIRC.
Additionally, the rear reservoir is about 1/4 the size of the front. Presumably, the rear brakes use less fluid overall.
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Brian you are correct. I reviewed the parts manual for the W123 and it shows a front rear split. However a diagonal split was done my Mercedes.
http://www2.mercedes-benz.co.uk/content/unitedkingdom/mpc/mpc_unitedkingdom_website/en/home_mpc/vans/home/products/new_vans/sprinter/panel_van/prices_and_equipment/standard_equipment.html
It is also discussed in my SAE study guide. Many manufactures set up the brakes with a diaganal split.
Why I remembered, incorrectly, that the SDL had a diagonal set up I don't know.
Live and learn.
Dave
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