Breaks.
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From: Cape Girardeau MO
What procedure did you use?
One that has worked well for me is to use a one-man kit, such as Lisle offers. Start with the brake furthest from the master cylinder, and pump until the fluid runs clear with no bubbles - also getting the brake line flush out of the way.
Work toward the master cylinder. My circuit is RR, LR, RF, then LF. Make sure the master reservoir never goes empty, or else will have to start over. Takes more than a quart, but usually less than two.
Another cause of perceived soft brakes is that the rear drums are not adjusted properly - causing a lot of pedal drop before things grab.
Or, the master cylinder may be on its way to failing, usually noticed by a fluid dribble down the booster.
Good luck, and keep us posted.
One that has worked well for me is to use a one-man kit, such as Lisle offers. Start with the brake furthest from the master cylinder, and pump until the fluid runs clear with no bubbles - also getting the brake line flush out of the way.
Work toward the master cylinder. My circuit is RR, LR, RF, then LF. Make sure the master reservoir never goes empty, or else will have to start over. Takes more than a quart, but usually less than two.
Another cause of perceived soft brakes is that the rear drums are not adjusted properly - causing a lot of pedal drop before things grab.
Or, the master cylinder may be on its way to failing, usually noticed by a fluid dribble down the booster.
Good luck, and keep us posted.