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Old Jul 5, 2005 | 01:28 PM
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When I brake it pulls hard to the left. Does that mean the right front calipher is the culprit?
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Could be left front; could be alignment; could even be air pressure.
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If nothing's obviously leaking & your pads are all good, bleed everything & see what happens.
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Originally Posted by original76
When I brake it pulls hard to the left. Does that mean the right front calipher is the culprit?
I agree the problem stems from the right. That caliper for some reason is not doing it's share of braking. I would look to that side first.
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I agree the problem stems from the right. That caliper for some reason is not doing it's share of braking. I would look to that side first.
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Originally Posted by norvalwilhelm
I agree the problem stems from the right. That caliper for some reason is not doing it's share of braking. I would look to that side first.
How about when there is Brake Fluid all over one of the LEFT pads....
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Originally Posted by original76
When I brake it pulls hard to the left. Does that mean the right front calipher is the culprit?
First,check for leaks..if no leaks... you can try this: Switch pads from left to right on front (wheel to wheel)...it worked for me once....
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Caliper could be sticking but do not overlook bleeding the brakes or it could be the lines are collapsing. My $0.02
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Thanks for your input. FYI, new brake lines and bled, no leaks, and tire pressure checked. Caliphers are old, but are ss with dot 5 brake fluid. Think I'll change pads and rebuild right side to see if that solves the problem.
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better check your controll arm bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends & other related front end parts...... sounds like something is worn-out!!!
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I had the exact same problem...turned out to be a bad brake line. I replaced with braided steel and all was good.
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I had the exact same problem...turned out to be a bad brake line. I replaced with braided steel and all was good.


Same here. And another time it was the lower control arm attaching point on the frame that had a crack.

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