Re: I'm Back! --> Help! Brake Failure!!

From: Danny L. Burrows (havenx@ksni.net)
Date: Fri Nov 08 2002 - 19:45:13 EST


Dude, maybe you have a leak that is causing air to get into your brake lines, or
it could be the master, but I bet its air....

TNDakWind@aol.com wrote:

> Hey everyone... missed being on the list as things got out of control, and
> I've not been online in months due to traveling for work and whatnot.
>
> I have a question for anyone that thinks they might have a solution....
> lately, my breaks have been abnormally soft and sluggish to stop. The past
> two days, it's taken on average, 40-60ft to come to a complete stop after
> depressing the break pedal. I've changed the front brake pads - worn
> unevenly (puzzlement there) - and turned the front rotors down. Some
> positive change, though I'm still having the sudden failure moments of the
> 60ft stops. When it fails, I need to pump the breaks to get any response -
> the fluid levels are normal, and there are no visible leaks in the system.
>
> I've just started school for diesel mechanics, and oddly enough, we are doing
> breaks. No one seems to be able to tell what is wrong, though I'm thinking
> perhaps it is the master cylinder going on me? The lack of fluid loss has me
> puzzled. Thanks for any help!
>
> ~ lora j. knepper
> "Rebel" '98 Dak Sport 4x2
>
> PS - Jon, I don't know if I missed it since I was out of the loop for so
> long, but I'd love to stick my truck up for consideration in the calender....
> if you could send me any info if I can still get in on it that would be
> great. If not, I'm still planning on buying one.. or two ;o)
>
> PSS - Andy, I can't believe you wrecked the Dak! May your truck's bruises
> heal quickly :o)



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