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1987 Chevrolet Truck Repair Question


Topics covered: Brakes, Brake line, Brake pedal.
Mileage: 200,000 miles.

Asked on October 10, 2012

Right front brake drags and locks up.

I have changed the caliper and the soft brake line. Bled the brakes repeatedly, no air in the line. still drags and locks up
Avatar Asked by garyarcher

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Replied on October 10, 2012

If both sides are locking up, I would start by checking the brake pedal to booster clearance. Insufficient clearance would result in brakes locking up as pressure builds up when the fluid temperature increases.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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