Heavy duty brakes - Performance differences? Worth it?

[JimC]

Originally Posted by mshac

Since HD wheels & brakes were sold as an option, all it takes to switch to "standard" wheels & brakes is to switch them out with the proper parts, and change the tire inflation placard on the upper entry door.

I looked into this. All the parts are sold as a kit. Yes, you have to swap basically everything from the gear leg outboard. The light duty tires are wider and run at a lower pressure, so you may find an advantage if you're off pavement.