Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
When I back up in my 77 F-250 it makes a loud clunk every time I release the brake. I think it's the front right brake catching but why would it only do it in reverse? Any suggestions?
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
Sorry, guess I was brain-dead 
It is 2 wheel drive with front disc brakes. The brake in question was rebuilt a few months ago due to 3/8+ inch grooves in the rotor. 
(oops) The brake pads had worn through. I hope the clunk doesn't have anything to do with the steering.
It is 2 wheel drive with front disc brakes. The brake in question was rebuilt a few months ago due to 3/8+ inch grooves in the rotor. (oops) The brake pads had worn through. I hope the clunk doesn't have anything to do with the steering.
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
I determined that the calipers were good so they were not replaced. The noise comes from the front.
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
I took the wheel of today and discovered that a rubber bushing has rotted off causing that disturbing noise. Thanks for the help.
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
I couldn't describe it in words 
so I attempted to take a picture a minute ago in the pitch black. It's blury but you can see it. Here it is
so I attempted to take a picture a minute ago in the pitch black. It's blury but you can see it. Here it is
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
Yep, just what I thought it sounded like! -hehe
Been there done that...
It should steer a lot better now and wander less.
A good repair manual would help. Best money you can spend on your truck.
Been there done that...
It should steer a lot better now and wander less.
A good repair manual would help. Best money you can spend on your truck.
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Clunk when releasing brake in reverse?
I replaced them yesterday. New ones seen here. The truck rides and steers much better now. Thanks for the help.