Re: LRO: 87RR Brake System

From: John Cranfield (john.cranfield@ns.sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu Apr 05 2001 - 07:43:23 EDT

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    If the brake are sticking on as well not being effective the caliper
    pistons are stuck.
    John and Muddy

    Lori Sickley wrote:
    >
    > Hoping this isn't too off topic : )
    >
    > 87 RR
    > Girling brake master cylinder. The type with the sending unit in the cap.
    > Low level switch.
    > It has normal brake pressure only to front when applied.
    >
    > The past repairs:
    > New caliper rubber and pistons three years ago with new rotors. All OEM.
    > No obvious problems with calipers then or now, however, this problem
    > existed some time prior to these repairs. Neighbor is betting on calipers....
    >
    > The symptoms:
    > Not enough pressure to both rear brakes.
    > Brake pads are not removing from contact with the rotors.
    > Doesn't smell too good either : )
    >
    > The questions:
    > Air in system is the obvious answer however the system has been bled
    > numerous times with no resolve.
    > Anything else that could diminish the braking capacity to the rear wheels
    > besides the in line pressure reducing valve that controls the rear brake
    > pressure or the MC?
    >
    > Suggestions for testing these two components?
    > Parts source?
    >
    > It just passed Pennsylvania inspection with flying colors yet the daily 88"
    > didn't for two rotted of the three tub supports.....go figure.
    >
    > Thanks!
    > Lori



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