right brake tends to block

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Jun 25, 2004 | 01:53 AM

w_hari

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right brake tends to block

Hi Folks.

I rebuild both of my front brake calipers some weeks ago. Now I realized, that my right brake tends to block quiet often. If I push the pedal a little harder the right wheel squeels but the left one didnt (yet). But the car doesnt really tends to push to the right when braking. So is just the right caliper "healthier" or can I adjust this?

greetings,

Harry

Jun 25, 2004 | 05:37 AM

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If the rebuild was done correctly, there should not be a problem with the caliper, which is not adjustable. Check rubber brake hose. It can deteriorate internally which will not allow the piston(s) to return after brakes applied.

Jun 25, 2004 | 06:27 AM

w_hari

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The problem isnt that a piston doesnt return and gets stuck but that the right caliper seems to have more power than the left one. So the wheel tends to block early...

Harry

Jun 25, 2004 | 07:03 AM

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Jack the front, pump the brakes & spin the wheels to see if the right drags more than the left.

Recheck the left rotor for fluid leaks or wear problems on the back side.