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| Author: | Guest [ Sun Jul 20, 2008 10:24 am ] |
| Post subject: | Brake pull questions |
My 71 Dart has 9"x2.25" front drum brakes, and 10"x1.75" rear drum brakes (8 3/4 rear end) I replaced all the brake shows when I installed my 8 3/4 a while ago, and the car stopped great. However recently my brakes have started pulling to the left. It isn't too bad if im just starting to slow down from a normal driving speed, but once I get down to around 20mph or im creeping around, it pulls bigtime. I re-bleed my brakes and adjusted the self-adjusters, absolutely no difference. I even adjusted-out the front passenger side adjuster a little more, no difference. At this point i'm thinking that the wheel cylinders in the front might be bad? They are original or extremely old as far as I can tell. I would just like to replace the front wheel cylinders...even if it's just to error on the side of caution. I would also like to get new self adjusters if possible. Does this sound like a good idea? Or does anyone have any other suggestions? Questions? If so, what part numbers would you guys reccomend for new front wheel cylinders, and new front self adjusters? Thanks... |
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| Author: | Dart270 [ Sun Jul 20, 2008 12:39 pm ] |
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Likely not the adjusters. Never seen those pull on braking when they weren't causing them to drag without hitting the pedal. You could just pull them off as they are really not necessary since you can adjust manually. Whl cyl is possible, but not sure how much. I have had expanding (old) brake hoses cause pulling. How old are yours? Otherwise, it is likely brake drum/pad differences or suspension goofiness, like a worn strut rod bushing. Lou |
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| Author: | Guest [ Sun Jul 20, 2008 1:03 pm ] |
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My brake hoses were replaced 1 year ago. Like I said these were working great, then started pulling to the LEFT. I have always noticed that my front passenger side tire wears slightly more on the outside than it does on the inside. To combat this I rotate the tires often. This is the only issue I can think of with the suspension that I have. I do have a firmfeel aftermarket swaybar. Does anyone know a source to get quality from wheel cylinders for my car? Or at least a good part number? Thanks |
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| Author: | 70valiant [ Sun Jul 20, 2008 1:50 pm ] |
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I get most of my stuff from the local NAPA and I gotta warn you wheel cylinders for 9" brakes are around $30 each vs $10 for 10" drums |
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