The pedal box cover also prevents engine fumes from entering the
cockpit.
EAZ
JstBob@aol.com wrote:
>
> After receiving two replies to my query about a locked up caliper last week. I
> decided to tackle the problem. A collapsed hose was ruled out as I had just
> replaced hoses less than two years ago. The Master Cylinder is also relatively
> new. I tried cleaning the mounts where the pads rest on the caliper, all with
> no results. The calipers would still not release as normal.
>
> I decided to start at the beginning, the brake pedal. I was surprised to find
> that the pedal would not return to its normal position. When I grabbed the
> pedal and moved it back the brakes released!! Thinking it was the return
> spring I checked this to find it in good condition. The pedal arm seemed to
> move quite stiff. I removed the pedal box cover (why do we have this? Its only
> function seems to hold the stop light switch) and found that the pedal arm had
> indeed a bit of rust on the bushing. This was causing the pedal to bind and
> not travel its normal distance. Anyway a bit of WD-40 and my trouble is gone.
> The brakes release and I find the B roles a lot better. I must have been
> traveling with the brakes on for a while. I will have to make these points a
> periodic lubrication check. I guess I can spray them from below and not have
> to remove the cover.
>
> Always Learning
> Bob, 71 mgb running fast and straight!!
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