CAMARILLO, Calif. — Wilwood Racing has engineered an innovative new Lug-Drive dynamic-mount rotor system specifically for the lighter, stronger Starlite 55XD Wide 5 hubs.
The 55XD design shaves weight by mounting the forged aluminum rotor adapter closer to the hub’s reinforced center using fewer mounting bolts. The new Lug-Drive system simplifies rotor mounting using a snap ring in place of bolts and safety wire, allowing it to float and heat cycle without distortion for a more consistent pedal feel and longer life.
Drag and road race cars have long used Wilwood’s Lug-Drive system successfully, and the Wide 5 version was extensively tested in asphalt Late Model racing for over a year.
The lighter, simpler attachment system allows rotors to stay flat and run truer, even at extreme temperatures.
The Starlite 55XD is Wilwood’s latest lightweight evolution of their aluminum Wide 5 hub, available for traditional or Lug-Drive rotors.
Currently, Lug-Drive Spec37 rotors are available separately in 11.75-inch x 0.81-inch with 40 symmetrical straight vanes or 11.75-inch x 1.25-inch with 48 directional curved vanes.
About Wilwood Engineering:
Founded by Bill Wood in 1977, Wilwood Engineering designs and manufactures high-performance disc brakes and components from its headquarters in Camarillo, Calif. Products are engineered and rigorously tested for any application, creating unsurpassed braking quality and performance with sleek, modern designs. From race cars to classic cars, Wilwood has the brakes to stop you.
