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Subject:Very dangerous braking problem
From:phil stanhope
Date:Tue, 19 Jun 2001 17:38:51 -0700

My 84' westy is up for sale soon. Id like
to sell it in a safe drivable condition but as it is
right now, its pretty un-safe.

Sometimes when braking at slower speeds the brake
petal will bottom out and the van will keep moving
with little stopping power and one of the wheels locks
up. If I give the brake petal a couple of pumps I hear
a thump sound (near the spare tire storage area) and
it stops fine.

About 3 months ago my dad and i rebuilt the right
front brake and put new pads on both then topped off
the fluid.

Anyone know whats the problem?

Thanks,

Phil 84' Westy (for sale)
84' westy wolfy GL waiting for TiiCo motor

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