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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 01:39 AM
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how do i get my brakes to be firmer i just replaced the brake booster so i know its not that but before it took some effort to get the thing to stop now it stops but the pedal is just really really soft like the wieght of my foot is enough to get it to start slowin down when we did the booster we didnt messs with the master cylinder i also have the big dual piston calipers on it
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 11:24 AM
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Soft pedal usually means it needs bleeding. That gets rid of air, water and rust.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 11:26 AM
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thats what i would do. you can check for leaks while your down there.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 11:28 AM
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ok thanks for the help im not very good at it so ill have to wait for my dad
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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let us know how it goes.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 04:56 PM
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hey well do
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 07:15 PM
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Check your rubber brake lines for bulges.

Google "stainless steel brake lines" and find braided SS flex lines that don't swell with pride when you hit the stopper.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 07:20 PM
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ok ill take a look at em when i get doin it im goin campin tomorrow so cant do it this weekend
 
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