JohanB

OK, check the thickness of your front pads and rotors, as well as the rear
shoes and drum diameter and report back


"kevin" <kevnospam242@gmail.com> wrote in message
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> On Fri, 20 Jan 2006 20:53:19 -0700, "JohanB"
> <ollieb1oREMOVE@THIScs.com> wrote:
>
> >Just because the fluid level is low doesn't mean there is a leak
> >
> >If your brake pads and shoes are worn down to the minimum your fluid
level
> >will be on min.
> >Nowhere in your post do you say how your pads or shoes are
> >
> >With your rear shoes down to minimum and a sloppy adjuster your pedal
will
> >go to the floor
> >
> >Isn't it time you have somebody have a look at it who knows what he/she's
> >doing
> >
> >After all , THERE YOUR BRAKES
> >
>
> I appreciate all the advice and it really does help.
> Unfortunately I can only do a little at a time, so yes this weekend I
> need to check the pads as well as the other suggestions that have been
> made. I want to rule out every possibility before I replace the
> master cylinder.
>
> I understand your feeling (re have a pro do it), but I like this
> truck and want to learn everything I can regarding it's repair and
> upkeep Im no mechanic but I need to start somewhere. I am not going
> to learn anything if I bring it someplace and have it done for me.
> Fortunately I have some free time and I can keep the truck off the
> road so I have the luxury of learning as I go. Luckily I you guys
> have taken the time to point me in right direction too.
>
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>
> Thanks
> Kevin
>
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>