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11-21-2005, 03:07 PM
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Disk brake drag
The other day I had my wheel off, and spun the rotor. I know disks brakes will drag a little all the time, but this is what I considered too much. Anyone have ideas on how to fix this? I'm thinking if I can fix this, I can pickup some mileage and the truck will feel a little quicker.
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11-21-2005, 03:11 PM
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Re: Disk brake drag
change the caliper might be stuck piston
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11-21-2005, 03:18 PM
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Re: Disk brake drag
check the sliders on the calapers first. remove them wire wheel grease and reinstall. all it cost is time wheris calipers cost $$$.
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11-21-2005, 03:22 PM
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Re: Disk brake drag
You might want to check to see if the sliders are slightly bent. This would cause them to stick. I think you can pick new ones for fairly cheap. Good luck with your Brakes.
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11-21-2005, 03:42 PM
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Re: Disk brake drag
Better mileage and cooler bearings.Not to mention you`ll save the rotors.Try lubing the sliders first.Then go get a caliper if they don`t free up.
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11-21-2005, 04:30 PM
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Re: Disk brake drag
When the wheel is off, you have so little leverage that it seems way too tight.
Jack it up and see if the wheel spins OK. |
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11-21-2005, 04:31 PM
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Re: Disk brake drag
Second all above. You can get a brake kit for them with new bolts and bushings and that will help the calipers slide right. Jeff.
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