Soft brakes
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Soft brakes
Had my brakes bled cause they were very sponge so few weeks go by they get that way again I bled them today and had a big air pocket any ideas what could be causing this?
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Brake pedal was firm, then over time became less firm, and you noticed a large amount of air in the system?
That doesn't sound good. I would inspect for a leak, first. Failing that, perhaps the master cylinder is not properly sealing? Also, was the cap tight?
That doesn't sound good. I would inspect for a leak, first. Failing that, perhaps the master cylinder is not properly sealing? Also, was the cap tight?
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Has to be a leak somewhere; Whenever you figure that problem, you might want to think about braided brake lines; I just put some on my C5 and took a road trip in it today and the freaking brakes are awesome, as hell. They are very tight and very responsive.
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could be your not getting all the air out of the ABS system, best to do a Auto bleed with a Tech 2 ???????
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...h-2-bleed.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...h-2-bleed.html
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Could also be a problem with one of the bleeder screws not sealing properly. As the brakes are applied and released a little air can be pulled into the caliper.
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If you’re getting a repeat soft pedal and no signs of leakage, I’d bet on master cylinder seals starting to leak internally. For the OEM master a Delco or NAPA kit would do well for little cash - as long as the bore is still smooth and straight.