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getrich55
07-16-2006, 05:13 PM
Front brakes were previously converted to manual disc. Upon pedal pressure, car pulls to the left. What do i look for? Any help would be appreciated.

19_Chevelle_69
07-16-2006, 06:02 PM
Look for a problem on the right side...left side is working fine... ;)

- stuck/seized caliper
- collapsed flex hose (not usually visible externally)
- twisted flex hose (improper installation)
- seized brake pads
- seized caliper sliders

That's a good start for diagnosis.

warpwr
07-16-2006, 07:09 PM
Whichever way it's pulling, it could be a bad wheel bearing too.
I like to find a big empty parking lot and roll the car fast enough to lock up the brakes. Then I can tell if one is locking (or not locking) by itself.

getrich55
07-17-2006, 10:03 PM
Thanks for your help guys....... I'm off Friday. Gonna check it out then. It seems the passenger side would be messed up...Will let you know....

getrich55
07-24-2006, 10:53 PM
The pass side grease seal was leaking grease all over the rotor and brake pads. Degreased rotors and pads and changed the $4.00 seal and everything is good to go. They sold me a seal for a 69 Camaro. Seems to be the correct one, however the rubber seal kind of folds onto the spindle edge. I don't know if this is normal, I'm going to watch it closely.
Thanks for all your help guys,,,, I appreciate it...