Brake pad longevity (was engine seems OK)

[KSMITH1@mailgw.sanders.lockheed.com]

Phil Payne wrote, in part:
 
     So - I offer the task to the list.  Anyone know of a car that 
     doesn't require "pampering" with new rear brake pads every 41000 
     (I checked the invoice file) miles?

A 1966 Corvair with sintered metallic brake shoes designed for NASCAR 
Chevies?  (Whoops, a NASCAR moment, sorry Dan)

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