Brakes

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by richard doxey, Jul 24, 2004.

  1. richard doxey

    richard doxey Guest

    I have a 1987 Honda Wagovan 4wd . The brakes were mushy when I git the car
    and noticed the fluid was empty in the master cylinder. I installed a new
    master cylinder and have bled the brakes with a pressure bleeder 5 times.
    They are a bit better than at first but still mushy. I have no leachy lines
    and no siezed calipers. I have no clue what else to try. Please help!!!
     
    richard doxey, Jul 24, 2004
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  2. richard doxey

    Eric F Guest

    did you bleed out all the air from the master cylinder? on the bench, when
    you have all the air out, tap it with a hammer while pushing the piston in
    and out to remove any extra air that could be trapped.
    Also check the power booster for leaks
     
    Eric F, Jul 28, 2004
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    jim beam Guest

    pressure bleeders are not always reliable, particularly on master
    cylinders; they tend to air lock. the only guaranteed sure method is
    two people - one operating the pedal, one operating the bleed valve.
    and don't be afraid to pump through /plenty/ of fluid.
     
    jim beam, Jul 28, 2004
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