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: Pulling brakes


DN
Feb 24th, 04, 7:09 PM
Just replaced master cylinder(was leaking) bled everything,now she pulls to the left. Good pedal pressure, nothing else seems wrong. What gives? 70 with front discs.

BillsCamino
Feb 24th, 04, 7:33 PM
Can only be two things...
1)either you still have air in the lines, or
2)you've got a bad or twisted brake caliper hose.

JWagner
Feb 25th, 04, 1:59 PM
If it pulls hard to the left, it will be a front brake. If it is a mild pull, it is likely a rear. The cause can be contaminated lining, causing the friction to be unequal side to side. This can be the result of a leaking wheel cylinder (rear) or a leaking grease seal. Another cause for fronts is a sticky caliper piston, which will not brake as hard as a good caliper.
To check the pull, take your hands off the steering wheel and gently apply the brakes at a low speed. If the wheel turns quickly, then it is a front brake problem.

DN
Feb 25th, 04, 8:01 PM
Thanks guys! I'll check it out. graemlins/beers.gif