During the course of trying to fix up my new acquisition, I did a little brake work. I replaced the rotors all around with drilled/slotted ones. Upgraded brake pads, bled the system. Didn't make much different over stock. I don't really feel like it won't stop, but I do wonder if I'm going to run out of floor. They just don't feel tight. I realize this is late 80's brake tech, but dang. I've done all of the adjustments I can find, it just seems like they are a little bit substandard. Vacuum pressure is fine by the way. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Steve

 

What condition are the rear brakes in? Did you clean the rotors real good before finishing the assembly?

Another thing I've read here is the need to replace the original rubber lines with either the braided style or new rubber lines dueto the inside failing, thus causing swelling when brakes applied.

IMHO, check all the rubber lines for any swelling when brakes applied. You will need an assistant for about 5 mins to do it.

 

Rear brakes and rotors were replaced also. Cleaned everything with brake cleaner prior to reassembly.

Replaced the rubber lines on the front when I did the rotors. Car stops straight. No pulling, chattering, etc.

 

Bleed Bleed Bleed is my only other suggestion since you replaced the rubber lines. Start at rear pass, then rear driver, then front pass, then front driver.

 

Been there, done that too.


Just to clarify, the car stops ok. It just seems to me, with all the things I replaced, it would have a little better stopping power. Not that I condone locking up the brakes, but just out of curiosity, I tried it. 40 mph and layed on it with both feet. Not happening.