Bounce During Braking
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I know you're a noob here, but no one is psychic.
You have to tell us what year, transmission, motor, and drive (2WD or 4WD) you have.
You said you changed "everything". Obviously not, since the problem is still there. We don't know what "everything" is. You have to spell it out.
FWIW, if it's vibrating during braking, it's warped rotors or drums, usually the front. If it's bouncing up and down, it's a shock or spring problem.
Start with a good description of the problem and a complete list of what has been done.
Steve
You have to tell us what year, transmission, motor, and drive (2WD or 4WD) you have.
You said you changed "everything". Obviously not, since the problem is still there. We don't know what "everything" is. You have to spell it out.
FWIW, if it's vibrating during braking, it's warped rotors or drums, usually the front. If it's bouncing up and down, it's a shock or spring problem.
Start with a good description of the problem and a complete list of what has been done.
Steve
Last edited by IB Tim; Feb 16, 2006 at 06:58 AM.
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Cbowen,
I have a 01 SC 4x4 and had a similar problem. My problem was mostly at low speed braking in bumper to bumber traffic. I replaced all four rotors and pads on my truck and cured this effect.
Your results may vary
I have a 01 SC 4x4 and had a similar problem. My problem was mostly at low speed braking in bumper to bumber traffic. I replaced all four rotors and pads on my truck and cured this effect.
Your results may vary
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From: Syracuse
A bouncing symptom while braking is probably the rear rotors. Or a slightly bent axle. Warped front rotors give you a shimmy/shake. Do you feel it in the pedal, steering wheel or the in the seat of your pants?
Tuned
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Cbowen,
I have a '98 F-150 with 148,000 on it. I have had this problem on numerous occassions and the brakes have always been the problem for me. Once the drums or rotors have been turned or replaced the problem will go away.
Good luck,
srb1194
I have a '98 F-150 with 148,000 on it. I have had this problem on numerous occassions and the brakes have always been the problem for me. Once the drums or rotors have been turned or replaced the problem will go away.
Good luck,
srb1194
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if you determine the brakes are new and not the problem, then look at clearance in the front steering idler arm bushing that attaches to the frame. if the bushing is worn, then while braking, the nose dives down and the clearance lets the front wheels wobble side to side (alignment) and you will get the bouncing effect. normally you can feel the steering wheel wobble side to side as this happens.
