2001 Ex 4x4 7.3 pulls to left when braking hard
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07-15-2018, 08:58 PM
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2001 Ex 4x4 7.3 pulls to left when braking hard
I noticed, that my Ex had a few issues in the braking department. It has about a 6 inch lift and 35inch tires on 18 inch Harley rims. Problem number one, it took forever to stop. Problem number two, the truck always pulled to the left when I applied the brakes hard. So, this past weeknd I replaced all four rotors with EBC slotted and drilled rotors and I replaced the pads.I I also replaced the front calipers. I also replaced the brake lines with Russell stainless steel hoses. I also changed the fluid. My brakes are still pulling to the left when I brake hard. Any ideas?
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07-15-2018, 09:59 PM
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You hit the obvious stuff now time to check the rest.
but first, did you replace all 5 brake hoses or just the 2 front ones ? Rear brakes can also cause a pull.
i always start with air pressures. Make sure your left right pressures are the same.
While you are at it, make sure your pressures are correct for 35’s per the load and inflation tables and not what is printed on your door jamb since that is for a size 265 tire. ( also not the max psi printed on the tire )
the less obvious things are a blown shock, front alignment settings, a seized leaf springs bushing a busted spring center pin.... basically something in the suspension that is causing an uneven weight transfer when you brake hard.
but first, did you replace all 5 brake hoses or just the 2 front ones ? Rear brakes can also cause a pull.
i always start with air pressures. Make sure your left right pressures are the same.
While you are at it, make sure your pressures are correct for 35’s per the load and inflation tables and not what is printed on your door jamb since that is for a size 265 tire. ( also not the max psi printed on the tire )
the less obvious things are a blown shock, front alignment settings, a seized leaf springs bushing a busted spring center pin.... basically something in the suspension that is causing an uneven weight transfer when you brake hard.
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09-25-2018, 01:20 PM
Replace the rubber lines to the rear brakes. Do all three (3) with braided stainless steel
Replace the steel brake line(s) on your rear axle (2) I also got stainless hard lines for this.
Flush your brake lines/system ... forced flush not a passive flush.
The calipers are incredibly easy to rebuild. 2 pistons, 2 piston seals, 2 dust boots. It's been recommended to use Motorcraft (Ford) parts for this. You may need a small hone for the caliper bore.
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