1986 Toyota Pickup braking then pulling to the left

1986 TOYOTA PICKUP
210,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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FILMFOREVER
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when i brake the truck pulls slightly to the left. what is happening?
Jan 18, 2009 at 10:23 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi filmforever,

There are a few possibilities :

1. Right brake is inefficient.
2. Suspension arms, ball joints and/or linkages are worn
3. Steering linkages are worn.
Jan 18, 2009 at 1:32 PM
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FILMFOREVER
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thanks! i'll check it out
Jan 18, 2009 at 3:44 PM
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