[Vwdiesel] Brakes, brakes, brakes…..:^P

[Andrew .Libby]

I would first confirm that there are no leaks at the calipers or rear
cylinders (drums off).  That done I would check the pedal free play.  That
done I'd replace the master cylinder, *again*...  Unfortunately, brand new
components that malfunction are not exactly uncommon.


On Thu, Mar 28, 2013 at 3:15 AM, Bryan Belman <dieselwesty at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Hayden.
> please list in 1 e-mail all that you changed out on the brake system and
> in what order, it may help someone turn a lightbulb on as to what you may
> have missed.
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> I feel for you, we will get this fixed in a combined effort with you doing
> all the work of course, ha ha ha.
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> Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2013 8:39 PM
> Subject: [Vwdiesel] Brakes, brakes, brakes…..:^P
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> OK, new master cylinder, hours of bleeding and still mushy brakes.  If you
> keep your foot off the pedal for a few minutes, it will go all the way to
> the floor.  Pump it up and it will get pressure for a bit before it goes
> all the way to the floor.  I am at my wits end because this is the last
> thing I need to get fixed before I can get the car inspected and licensed.
> I am about to purchase a complete DOT stainless brake hose kit to try and
> fix the problem.  Any suggestions?  Hayden
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