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Re: Brake problem

To: Dave <dfox@blarg.net>
Subject: Re: Brake problem
From: Frank Clarici <spritenut@Exit109.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 1998 00:22:48 -0400
Cc: spridgets@Autox.Team.Net
Organization: Positive Earth Drivers Club
References: <199808232311.QAA16354@animal.blarg.net>
Reply-to: Frank Clarici <spritenut@Exit109.com>
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Dave wrote:
> 
> Hello All,
>  I'm at my wits end trying to solve this one. Please help !
> In my '67 Midget ...
> My brake pedal goes to the floor and requires a pump or two
> after every right hand turn and sometimes after long staights.
> After a few pumps it's great and holds without fade.
> I've bled the system a few times now and the problem stays the same.
> The rear shoes are adjusted properly.
> Sticky caliper piston maybe ?
> 
> Thanks in advance,
>  Dave Fox
> '67 Midget

Just a thought but you may have an out of round brake drum or warped
rotor.
Also check the rear brake shoe springs, one may have come off or broke.

Good luck

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Lots of LBCs
http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut

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