1965 brakes sticking

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July 8, 2012 at 2:01 am #1419

Anonymous
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Hi everyone. The brakes on my 65 Montclair are super sensitive. It feels like they are sticking or locking somewhat. Does anyone know what would cause that?

Thanks,

Kevin Colley

July 10, 2012 at 1:08 pm #2800

Virgil & Sue Klein
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Assuming these are drum brakes, any kind of grease, oil, or brake fluid on the drums or brake shoes will cause the brakes to lock up. Assume you have checked for that first. Is it one wheel doing this or all four? The other simple option might be that the brakes are adjusted too tightly. Surely whoever adjusted the brakes followed the steps in the shop manual.

July 13, 2012 at 2:39 am #2801

Anonymous
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Yes, drum brakes. I have not checked the wheels yet, but I will. It seems to pull to the right when stopping, so I will check that side first. Thanks!

Kevin
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