Malcolm Walker wrote:
> Does the pedal get firmer with pumping? If so, you still have air in the
> system.
Not that I can tell. I think it's about the same firmness even with
repeated pumping.
>
> It's hard to lock up the TR4 too, but it also stops *real fast* with those
> big semi-metallic pads & discs.
I've just place an order for a set of those baby's
>
> You might have a stuck caliper piston too- were the calipers rebuilt ever?
No never (that I know of) been rebuilt. How can I tell if they are
stuck?
>
> Are the calipers installed correctly (bleeder facing up)? They might be
> backwards (bleeder facing down)- to fix, swap left and right calipers.
Yup got 'em in fine. When I replaced the front wheel bearings, I did
them one at a time so as to not make that error!
>
> Did you replace the flex hoses? Might want to feel them with someone
> pushing the pedal, if they swell, toss 'em.
Replaced the flex hoses as well.
Most of the replies have indicated the front brakes do the lion share of
the work. I've posted another couple of questions, but we'll see what
happens when I put the new pads on.
Thanks alot for the help!
Marty Romagni
1974 TR6
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