5kcstq brakes hanging up?

[Mike Arman <armanmik@n-jcenter.com>]

>
>Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 12:10:49 -0500
>From: Tom <tcronin@intrepid.net>
>Subject: 5kcstq brakes hanging up?
>
>Recently the brakes (apparently) hung/locked on at the start of a trip
>in my '87 5kcstq  140,000. I made the decision to nurse it home if I
>could and did. Then replaced rotors and pads all around, accumulator,
>and rear hub bearings. I trust the mechanic but he is at or beyond his
>limits with the car. I certainly am, mechanically.
>
>The problem remains: At startup all feels normal including braking and
>pedal feel; after driving about 20 miles (2 lane local, moderate speed,
>say 40 - 60 mph) brake pedal resistance is hard, with little or no pedal
>travel, and with noticeable increase in power necessary to maintain
>speed.
>
>Any idea what's going on?


Yep. Change the master cylinder. You can buy one from Audi for $$$$ if you
want, or you can buy a lifetime g'teed one from Discount/Pep Boys/etc. for
about $40. Nomex on, but if the OEM part was so great, why are we replacing
them so often? Rebuilding at home doesn't seem to work out too well even
though rebuild kits are available.

3 years on a Discount Auto Parts $40 rebuilt, stops fast, straight, and
true every time. Changed it for the same reason - draggy brakes after a few
miles.

Best Regards,

Mike Arman