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Re: [T3] '70 Fastback Brakes


On 21 Jul 2003 at 13:39, Chris Bray wrote:

> I've got a problem with the brakes on my 1970 Fastback, when you
> break the car 'jinks' left then pulls quite hard right.

Check the pads. Are any of them worn out or worn down significantly farther 
that the others? If they are not worn evenly you should rebuild your calipers.

Try opening the bleed valve and see if brake fluid drips readily out of both 
calipers. If either of them fails to drip freely, then you may need to replace 
the flex line to that caliper.

Check the ball joints for excessive play. See the Bentley manual for details.

Check the wheel bearings for excessive play.

-- 
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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