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66 Belvedere - Brakes #1503327
09/17/13 09:01 PM
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car pulls somewhat violently to the right when braking (not power brakes) - seems to be coming from the right front wheel - what would cause this? - what is the fix? - thanks!

Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: edl] #1503328
09/17/13 09:08 PM
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Quote:

car pulls somewhat violently to the right when braking


That tells you the right side is fine & the left (pass) side ain't doing its' job. Pull the drum & see what's up. Might be as simple as the shoes need spooned up tighter but with that being an intolerable situation & likely happened fairly sudden I'd say something else is going on there.


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Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: edl] #1503329
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Wheel cylinder or brake hose.....My 69 Daytona did that and it was the hose.

Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: superwrench] #1503330
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thx guys

Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: edl] #1503331
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dumb question: the rear drums slide right off - the front drums don't - what's the trick?

thx!

Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: edl] #1503332
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Take it to a shop.. Your in over your head already...


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Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: 340SHORTY] #1503333
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what happened to good old american ingenuity...anyone else have another suggestion?

Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: edl] #1503334
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Get a haynes/chilton manual.

Youll need to take the dust cap off, then remove the, cotter pin, lock nut and bearings. Unless your wel versed at this, it could be easily messed up going back together.


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Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: NTOLERANCE] #1503335
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that gives me an idea...thx!

Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: edl] #1503336
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1. If a car presents with a pull under braking, first rule out a failed suspension component [like a strut rod bushing or control arm bushing] that results in a large caster differential. This is rare, and generally alarms the driver with a distinct clunking, but needs to be ruled out before spending time with any brake disassembly.

2. Absent a suspension explanation, a true brake pull is due to either

a. A difference in the coefficient of friction from side-to-side.
or
b. A difference in hydraulic pressure delivered side-to-side.

Inspect hydraulic components for leaks, blockages, or seizures. Inspect hard parts for differences in surface condition. Inspect friction material for contamination or improper installation (darker/longer shoe lining goes towards the rear of the car).

The percentage bet is that you have a blown wheel cylinder that has contaminated the linings on the side away from the pull.

And... another vote that someone who is challenged by the removal of a front drum might not be the best candidate for do-it-yourself brake repairs. Sorry to be harsh, but the safety of those who ride in your car and those unfortunate enough to be on the same road at the same time as your car is at stake here.


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Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: 68HemiB] #1503337
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I agree take it to a shop or find someone to help you that knows what they are doing.Brakes like steering arent a learning process without someone that knows what they are doing.Learning is good but not at the expense of someones life.Rocky


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Re: 66 Belvedere - Brakes [Re: therocks] #1503338
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Brakes are the absolutely most important thing on a car.. Your obviously dealing with front drum, so I would think you want to make sure they are as PERFECT as can be.. If you do the work please have a knowledable friend or mechanic look them over BEFORE you install the drums back on..
Lots of others on the road with you... Be safe....







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