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Jul 28, 2004 | 10:01 AM

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76greg

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LF brake caliper won't release!

Hi,

My left front brake caliper won't release and keeps the wheel locked.
I have rebuilt all the calipers and this one is giving me problems. If I crack the bleeder valve to release brake fluid pressure it frees up until I apply the brakes again then the same thing happens. This is not brake pad drag, this is locked, I can not move the wheel. Any Ideas other than new calipers?????

Thanks! Greg (76 coupe)

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Jul 28, 2004 | 10:07 AM

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Try changing the front left brake hose. The inner part of the hose deteriorates and comes apart sometimes.

Tony
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Jul 28, 2004 | 11:17 AM

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Tony,

Would that cause the fluid to not move backwards after the pedal is released? Like a one way valve???? I have new hoses but have not installed them yet.

Thanks! Greg

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Jul 28, 2004 | 11:21 AM

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76greg,

Yes, there may be some debris inside the hose blocking it.

Tony
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Jul 28, 2004 | 11:59 AM

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Thanks Tony!

I will swap all the brake lines with the new ones!

Greg

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Jul 28, 2004 | 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 76greg

Thanks Tony!

I will swap all the brake lines with the new ones!

Greg

when one goes the others probably need it also

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