Lack of Braking Power on 100 Avant

[David Torrey]

Checked out my rear brakes yesterday after a lack of braking power.  Guide
pins were not frozen but rotors were not shiny.  Installed new Pagid pads.
Cleaned and lubricated guide pins.  Brakes are working now but this car sure
doesn't stop well.  It feels like the front brakes are doing all the work.
Could there be something else wrong?  I don't believe this car has the
pressure regulator for the rear brakes. I think I see why others on this
list have resorted to something other than stock pads and rotors.  When this
car is fully loaded,  the driver has to literally stand on the brake pedal
to bring this car to a stop (not that much better empty).

Next job is replacing timing belt and water pump.  Parts are on order from
Blau.  Received a call from them saying that all of their special tools
(5-10 sets), are all rented out.


Best Regards
David Torrey

'93 100CSQ Avant  137K miles
'88 Saab 900S  214K miles
'87 Saab 900S  215K miles
'79 BMW 320i   103K miles