drum brake locks
01-25-2014, 07:46 PM
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drum brake locks
I noticed my pedql is alot lower when I press it and right before I come to a complete stop I believe its the right rear one and it locks ..we ha e alot of snow and salt on the roads can thqt maybe be why? I posted this in modified because I just installed a 3 in lift on it few weeks qgo but the problem just started today
01-26-2014, 10:21 AM
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This may sound counterintuitive but you probably need to adjust the rear brakes tighter and evenly. A low pedal is often from loosely adjusted shoes.
If it were me, I'd pull the wheels and drums to make sure there is no oil or brake fluid contamination from a leaky seal. Loose or broken hardware (springs, clips) can cause locking too.
Best of luck.
If it were me, I'd pull the wheels and drums to make sure there is no oil or brake fluid contamination from a leaky seal. Loose or broken hardware (springs, clips) can cause locking too.
Best of luck.
01-26-2014, 11:33 AM
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This may sound counterintuitive but you probably need to adjust the rear brakes tighter and evenly. A low pedal is often from loosely adjusted shoes.
If it were me, I'd pull the wheels and drums to make sure there is no oil or brake fluid contamination from a leaky seal. Loose or broken hardware (springs, clips) can cause locking too.
Best of luck.
If it were me, I'd pull the wheels and drums to make sure there is no oil or brake fluid contamination from a leaky seal. Loose or broken hardware (springs, clips) can cause locking too.
Best of luck.
01-27-2014, 12:29 PM
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Also when im about to come to a complete stop it seems like the front brakes also seem to grab and lock. Is it hard to bleed brakes if thats what I need to do?
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