Re: Abs off...why?

[harrison <hsapir@multiverse.com>]

ABS off is a great feature. It was used in every ABS car until a few years ago. I
like it in the winter in parking lots when the ABS is frustrating. I do love ABS
though, it has saved my hide on the highway more than once.

harrison

Sachelle Babbar wrote:

> Why were the 86 and up turbos made with an abs off switch? Were there any
> other models/makes that had this feature? If I were to drive one with the
> abs off, would I have an easier time locking up the brakes (compared to a
> non abs car) because the system is optimized for abs use?
>
> My current turbo doesn't have abs and the braking control is excellent. In
> almost all conditions, I can keep it on the edge of lockup with no lockup.
>
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