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2231 messages, Last post on Nov 11, 2009 at 9:21 AM
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Replying to: calaismarie (Apr 05, 2009 4:44 pm)
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Replying to: burdawg (Apr 05, 2009 5:07 pm) HARD pedal = bad vacuum booster or vacuum leaks somewhere SOFT/sinking pedal to floor = master cylinder or brake caliper or brake line issue or air in the lines. (refill, bleed, inspect). Step on pedal with both feet, press hard. If it keeps sinking and sinking until it hits the floor, that's a bad master cylinder for sure or a big leak somewhere or lotsa air in the lines. If you press and press and the pedal hits a point and refuses to sink further to the floor, then there's nothing wrong with the hydraulics, it's in the booster.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 05, 2009 8:48 pm) another question - another thing they told me at the shop was that the ball joint had a lot of play, but the parts list they printed out showed a replacement for the control arm. i'm regretting not having the time to ask them to show me exactly what they were seeing. any idea how big of a job that's going to be? It's not show in the 123 Manual (or at least I'm not finding it yet) Especially if I'm already planning to replace the rotors up front there.
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Replying to: calaismarie (Apr 05, 2009 9:10 pm) 
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 06, 2009 7:54 am)
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Replying to: calaismarie (Apr 06, 2009 8:05 am) Sometimes things are allowed to be loose---it doesn't matter so much. Replacing an entire control arm---yeah, that can add up, because you'd probably need to do both sides and then it's one of those "while we're in there" kind of jobs. I'd ask them to measure the play. I mean, if it's ready to FALL OUT, sure---that's dangerous. |
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I recently purchased an 85 300D project car. Most problems are relatively easy to fix, BUT, the CCU has me stumped. No matter which button I push or which dial I turn, it does absolutely nothing. there is no air entering the cab at any time or speed. I don't even know where to start. Any help would be appreciated!!! thanks
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Replying to: seh43 (Apr 06, 2009 5:20 pm)
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Replying to: burdawg (Apr 07, 2009 5:36 am) I will check the fan motor today and see if I can find a manual. thanks for the info. |
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Mushy brake problem on my 1982 300TD was not ameliorated by a new master cylinder, or fiddling with the vacuum system. The problem was the badly worn disks (rotors?) inside the front wheels where the brake pads do their thing; I think they've been on the car since 1982. The bill was $950 Canadian, but now I can come to a stop without prayers! Many thanks to folks who gave me advice. James.
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