New Brake Calipers Locking Up!

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May 8, 2014 | 02:02 PM
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Hey guys, just put both new front calipers on my 89 Firebird Formula as the driver side was pulling and the passenger was "locking up". Even after I replaced these, it is still continuing to do this as if I replaced nothing any ideas on what could be causing this? Passenger side only locks up temporarily, and then releases after a while, and the driver side is still pulling like hell. Maybe lines are shot? any input is appreciated. Thanks
-Eric
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May 8, 2014 | 02:52 PM
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Re: New Brake Calipers Locking Up!
Quote: Maybe lines are shot? any input is appreciated.
Hey, Eric,

The rubber lines are 20+ years old. While they may look fine on the exterior, they've no doubt collapsed on the inside, thus creating a check valve of sorts. Replace them all.

JamesC
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May 8, 2014 | 09:46 PM
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Re: New Brake Calipers Locking Up!
I suppose that could definitely happen. Thanks for the quick reply! id be replacing just from the housing to the metal line correct?
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May 9, 2014 | 06:23 AM
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Re: New Brake Calipers Locking Up!
Quote: I'd be replacing from the caliper to the metal line correct?
Yes.

JamesC
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