97 f150 brake help needed

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Apr 16, 2005 | 07:00 PM

Edzo

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97 f150 brake help needed

My F150 4x2, has about 100k miles and was pulling left a bit when braking. When I pull the wheels the left side pads were worn down more than the right. (makes sense) The right side (passenger side) rotor was glazed. Tires are in okay shape and have been rotated regularly. It has antilock rears only, 16inch rims, towing package V8.

I've replaced the rotors, pads and calipers and it still pulls to the left when I brake. I did bleed out the system on both sides when installing the new calipers. Repacked the front bearings too.

Pulls left but, seems to pull less with more pressure. Could the right side have air still?

Anyone else solve this before, how?

Thanks, Edzo

Last edited by Edzo; Apr 16, 2005 at 07:07 PM. Reason: added it's a 4x2 and antilock rears

Apr 16, 2005 | 07:29 PM

Ultramagdan

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Hello Edzo and welcom to FTE!

Try rotating the rears to the front and see if it still does it. If it does I would say it's time for an alignment.

If in doubt try bleeding it again.

Apr 17, 2005 | 07:47 AM

peppermrj

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If the car only pulls/ wanders under braling, Check your suspension and steering pieces also. Tie rods, ball joints, and bushing have a way of 1st showing up under braking.

When you bleed the system did you start at the right rear? If not try a 4 wheel bleed.
Sounds like the right side might not have been working properly.

Apr 17, 2005 | 05:32 PM

ccoram

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As long as you have no tire/front end issues, you need to replace your brake hose. I would recommend both of them. Bleed the brakes and then you should be good to go.