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Re: [GMCnet] Disc brake project still in failure mode [message #281989 is a reply to message #281980] Mon, 13 July 2015 08:35 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
kerry pinkerton is currently offline  kerry pinkerton   United States
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Neil Fonville wrote on Mon, 13 July 2015 06:59
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How important is the parking brake being setup correctly initially. I
have not done that yet. I was planning on that being the last step?...


Very important Neil. The adjustment determines how far the caliper piston has to travel in order to begin applying pressure. The cars that caliper came with were supposed to set the parking brake EVERY TIME THEY PARKED in order to keep it in adjustment. Excessive travel means more fluid required.


Kerry Pinkerton - North Alabama Had 5 over the years. Currently have a '06 Fleetwood Discovery 39L
 
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