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Date:         Wed, 2 Apr 1997 09:03:11 -0700 (MST)
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From:         "Blake C. Thornton" <thornton@math.utah.edu>
Subject:      Re: Low brake pedal

On Wed, 2 Apr 1997, Suniga, Durby wrote:

> Hi, > > What would cause 'low brake pedal'? > > I just got new rear drums & brake shoes. I've checked the brake fluid > resevoir & it's at max. I don't see anything leaking from under. It > seems I have to pump the brake pedal to get the 'normal feel' of > braking. Any thoughts would be appreciated. > > Durby. > 87 Wolfs. > This sounds exactly like what happened to me last weekend. I got new rear shoes and both rear cylinders were leaking, but went unnoticed when the shoes were put on. you have to check them carfully. for my van, there was no noticable leak and the resevoir level did not drop. If this is not your problem, then i dont know what is.

Blake 84 westy


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