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Brakes
6 years 1 month ago #41689
by Pete
I just replaced all the brake discs , pads and refurbished all callipers however when I’ve blead the brakes the fronts are catching on the pads and feels very tight. I’ve currently got the car on stands and no wheels but is this normal?
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6 years 1 month ago #41704
by Speedy Fiat
Replied by Speedy Fiat on topic Brakes
The wedges should only require a light tap to get them back in. Replacements are available and if in doubt replace. When you take your foot off the brake the pressure is obviously released and the piston/pad retracts slightly, but will likely touch ever so slightly. When you install the pads they should not be tight against the disc or calliper. If the pad is tight against the calliper body it may just to be too much paint, or a require a quick touch with a file. If tight against the disc then either they are out of spec/wrong sort (too thick, will need to be replaced) or more likely the piston needs pushing back further in the calliper before assembly.
The wheel should spin freely when assembled correctly, albeit you may hear the pad brushing the disc
The wheel should spin freely when assembled correctly, albeit you may hear the pad brushing the disc
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