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07-02-2004, 08:51 PM
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Franko72
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brake pedal problems
I dont drive my 72 everyday .Lately when I drive it the brake pedal returns to its normal position very slowly after being applied.They are power disc brakes.I noticed the other day that the tailbrake lights were on. I readjusted the switch at the pedal, but have to pull the pedal to get it to return to normal position. brakes work fine , no fluid loss or grabbing or pulling left or right.they just have been returning too slowly back to position. any answers?
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07-02-2004, 09:20 PM
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I would try lubing the linkage that is between the booster and the firewall. It sounds like it is sticking. Also, make sure the return spring is ok.
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07-03-2004, 05:10 AM
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Sounds like the vacuum booster may be bad. See if you hear air hissing around the booster shaft under the hood when the brake is applied....that's another sign.
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07-03-2004, 03:23 PM
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Sounds like the brake-to-master cylinder rod may be binding, possibly on the rubber boot that goes through the firewall. Good luck and keep on truckin'.....Jerry
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07-04-2004, 04:59 PM
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Franko72
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Quote:
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07-04-2004, 06:40 PM
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It's part of the brake pedal assembly. If I remember when I get home I will take a picture and post it for you.
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07-04-2004, 07:01 PM
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Krue,
I went ahead and took a picture of the spring in the assembly that I have out. I was not sure if you had to take a picture with the assembly in the truck, (could be difficult). The return spring on a 72 is just above the brake light switch as pictured. Jim |
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07-04-2004, 10:33 PM
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THAT'S NOT WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE, there isn't near enough rust!
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07-04-2004, 10:36 PM
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Now he has two different views anyways!
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07-05-2004, 05:57 AM
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Krue,
Good pic! I see that you do have an assembly out in the open. With the column under the spring it might be tough to get a pic with the brake assemble installed. Jim |
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07-05-2004, 08:25 AM
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Franko72
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Hey do you think a missing spring will cause this? Wow I looked under the cab as soon as I seen the Pics and didnt see any spring at all. Thanks for the help, I am going to get a spring and install it. Wonder where I can get the spec. part?
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07-05-2004, 11:55 AM
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PM me your address and I will mail you the one in the picture if you want.
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07-06-2004, 04:04 PM
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It's on it's way.
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