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Old Oct 9, 2011 | 10:35 PM
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Lightbulb drivers side front brake pull....

ok well my front brakes are pulling to the driver's side only when under harder braking. i've replaced the hoses, and flushed the fluid completely. i just ordered brand new cross drilled/slotted rotors and pads. should this fix it? and they dont drag either.....

EDIT: its on my 86 that sat for about 3 or so years, and i've already completely redone the rear brakes!
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Old Oct 9, 2011 | 11:17 PM
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Have you lubed everything up very well?
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Old Oct 10, 2011 | 01:00 AM
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Might sound dumb.........Caliper sticking?

I had that happen once, got a caliper rebuild kit, polished the calper cylinders and sleeves, haven't had the problem since.....

just my experince sir.

good luck!

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Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:53 PM
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Have you lubed everything up very well?
yea the whole suspension is greased up, but i havent put any new rotors or pads on yet....
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Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:57 PM
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if its pulling left, the right side front caliper is not providing sufficient braking force.

start the engine, have someone step on the brake pedal, and jack up the right front, then try to spin the wheel. it shouldnt budge no matter how hard you try.

your from PA.. so im betting your pins are starting to rust/freeze up.

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Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by rompnXJ
if its pulling left, the right side front caliper is not providing sufficient braking force.

start the engine, have someone step on the brake pedal, and jack up the right front, then try to spin the wheel. it shouldnt budge no matter how hard you try.
i know, i've established that..... my pads look pretty rotten so im hoping its that.
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