Mushy brakes / not stopping like they should
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Vette(s): #1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/
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That must be one of them thar "Nawthern" thangs...
I ain't never seen one down here! It do make sense, tho.
I ain't never seen one down here! It do make sense, tho.
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Send PMCharleston AFB, SC - USA
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Vette(s): 1979 Cream Beige Coupe w/383 & 700R4
Just to let everyone know, I finally got it fixed with a firm pedal.
3 calipers were leaking, one REALLY bad, but I went ahead and replaced all 4. Master cylinder must have had a leak or been worn, replaced that as well. Also replaced front 2 brake lines since 1 was damaged, then did the normal pump pump pump bleed with a friend.
She stops pretty well now. Maybe one day when I have nothing to do I'll change the booster to see if it gets even better, but I no longer feel unsafe driving.
Thanks a ton for all the help!
-Josh
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Hey Josh....
God don't hate you man.........but I think that damn car does
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I HATE THAT GUY. GLAD YOU GOT IT STRAIGHTENED OUT.
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Vette(s): black 1982 coupe slate gray interior, 350 crossfire, 1985 fuel pump, Steeroids R&P conversion
Josh, I think this has been posted before but here are some directions on making your own pressure bleeder. I haven't made one but it looks pretty straightforward. Hope this helps.
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