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14th Dec 2009, 13:47

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Pouring water onto hot brakes, at least on a car, is an act of utter stupidity as it is likely to cause warping and cracking of the discs or drums.

I would guess, and it is only a guess, that aircraft brakes are the same, but I could be wrong.

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