You didn't by any chance skim the drums Jean? I had exactly that problem on
a Series 2A Landrover - turned out the drums had been skimmed, so oversize
linings were necessary - with those, all OK.
Cheers
Peter Linn
Brisbane Oz
BN1 Ward Spl coupe
BN1 Holden V6
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jean Caron" <vintage_roadster_restoration@hotmail.com>
To: <healeys@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, June 11, 2009 1:30 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Bleeding brakes on BN1 -
> Listers:
>
> Seeking some help in solving a brake problem. I am helping a Club member
> bleeding the brakes on his '53 BN1 but have been unable to get a hard
> pedal on
> the first stroke. On the second stroke, they grab very well but if you
> wait
> even for 1 minute, it goes to the floor again on the first stroke.
>
> The following has been done:
>
> Replaced all 4 wheel cylinders, new repair kit in master cylinder, rear
> brake
> liners replaced and of correct thickness.
>
> When trying to isolate the problem by pinching the rear brake hose, the
> front
> brakes are great and maintain good pedal, so the master cylinder is not
> the
> problem. All three brake hoses are practically new(3 years old), not
> cracked,
> or showing signs of any leaks. All the brake lines are tight. The problem
> appears to be at the back but don't know where. Any ideas would be
> appreciated.
>
>
>
> Jean Caron
>
> Vintage Roadster Restoration
>
> Winnipeg, Mb.
>
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