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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:07 PM
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Quick brake question

Changed the rotors calipers pads and bearings on the front of my 78 f150 I noticed once done the rotors spin but not 100% freely they seem to be dragging. Is this common and will they adjust once used. I haven't done brakes in about 5 years so i can't remember if my last ones free spun after
 
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:19 PM
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It is common that they are a little tight with all new parts. The pads need to wear in a little and the calipers get centered. After a few hundred miles of stops, they should feel "normal". Cleaning of the caliper slide points by light flat file application and light grease application helps insure success.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:35 PM
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That's what I thought I just wanted to make sure they barely make a full rotation before they stop
 
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 12:09 AM
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Mine also wear in after a couple hundred miles. Not just limited to this vehicle.
 
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