Larry:
Sounds like it might be a sticky piston. If you are uncertain
about the history of the brakes, it may be time for a rebuild. The
pistons are
prone to rust, particularly with old (dark brown) DOT 4 fluid, which
holds
moisture and should be replaced every couple of years.
When I rebuilt mine, the pistons were so chewed up by rust that
I was
amazed the brakes worked at all.
If you are reluctant to do a rebuild, start by purging out your
old
fluid and bleeding the brakes. Your DOT 4 fluid should be clear and free
from dirt when you are finished. If that doesn't do it, rebuild time.
The
good news is that it is in all probability *not* your master cylinder.
Vance
P.S. Some other possibilities are clogged brake lines or hoses,
a
crimped brake line, or any other damage which slows or limits the fluid
flowing to the right front caliper.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-6pack@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-6pack@autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Larry
Sent: May 29, 2006 5:02 PM
To: 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: Braking Problem
Hi All -
I have a braking problem. When I apply the brakes, the wheel and the
car
jerk significantly to the left. After I straighten the wheel, the car
then
tracks straight until it stops. I am driving a "70 TR6 that was stored
for about 3 years. I have now been driving it with some regularity for
the
last 3 months. This is a new problem.
Any and all thoughts are welcome,
Larry
1970 TR6 - CC52468
larry@brtconsulting.com
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