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10-03-2006, 10:54 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Mar 2006
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Hi guys
i'm new to this forum although i have been lurking for ages under my brothers username. Ive been looking at buying this 1972 capri near me and when my dad took it for a test drive, he said the brakes were incredibly soft and you had to push them right in to get a response. I was just wondering your thoughts on what the problem could be? maybe just pads? i just dont want to get myself into a huge moneypit situation being on my P's. cheers, Capri72 |
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10-03-2006, 11:01 PM
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eskie freek
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: rutherglen
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they may just need a bleed and check over
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11-03-2006, 08:36 AM
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GRRRR.....
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Brisbane
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check that the brake fluid is clean & clear, a good bleed would probably fix em.
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11-03-2006, 10:24 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Dec 2005
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The brakes sound pretty normal, but you might want to check the rear wheel cylinders for leaks. The Capri brakes are dead simple to work on and fix and parts are still readily available and cheap if you know where to look. If the car has been laid up for a while you will want to replace all of the rubber brake hoses as they dry-up and crack. Changing these can firm up the pedal no end. Also check the booster for air leaks. Change these hoses as well. It may seem never ending, but owning a V6 Capri on your "P"s has to rate above the cost of getting the brakes sorted. No doubt your mates will be buying clapped out commodores which will be worth next to nothing within a few years. Look after that Capri and it will double in value within the same time. If you need any help or advice, drop me a line at maxrnb70@hotmail.com Cheers Glenn |
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72 Capri Brakes
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