i have a 90 dodge daytona and i have had brake flush transmission flush....can not drive the car for more than 10 min.....the brakes lock up and its very hard for me to continue to drive...just the two front tires....i was told i needed to replace the calipers is this correct?
2006-08-16 07:48:37 · 8 answers · asked by autumnblossom81@verizon.net 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I think you may want to look at the master cylinder first or the proportioning valve that basically gives the front of the car more braking power. It sounds as though one of the valves is not allowing brake fluid to be pushed back into the master cylinder but is sticking. Brake calipers have nothing in them to retract the pistons that push on your brake pads, it's all done by releasing the pressure at the master cylinder. It's not a bad idea to replace the calipers if you can't push the pistons back in with a C-clamp or they are leaking, but the latter seldom occurs. I know everybody is saying "calipers, calipers," but it seems extremely odd to me that both would go bad at the same time.
2006-08-16 08:42:19 · answer #1 · answered by djm3452004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A competent brake technician can do further diagnosis.
You may not need new calipers, it's possible to rebuild the caliper assembly with new pistons and seals.
Replacement of the entire caliper takes less time for the shop and probably brings in more revenue. However, with new calipers, they can be assured you won't have a call back.
Ask them to quote both ways - rebuild, and replace.
2006-08-16 14:59:01 · answer #2 · answered by Tom-SJ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If the front brakes are locking up, it could be from leaking brake fluid coming from the calipers.Calipers can be rebuilt but hardly anyone does this as it just easier to replace with rebuilt ones. Difficult to say without looking at the pads. Best bet would be to get a second opinion from a mechanic you can trust. ASAP, as you need good brakes for your own safety.
2006-08-16 15:00:37 · answer #3 · answered by gary o 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That sounds very correct. When calipers go bad they stop releasing after you've pressed the brakes. Thus they are still "dragging" on the wheel, making the car not want to move forward.
2006-08-16 14:58:59 · answer #4 · answered by soaplakegirl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds correct... 16 yr old calipers probably need replacing. Take it to a qualified mechanic, costs more, but you get it done correctly the 1st trip
2006-08-16 15:03:39 · answer #5 · answered by Shane G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's probably a good diagnosis. Your front calipers may need to be rebuilt. Is there any sign of leakage from them?
2006-08-16 14:56:03 · answer #6 · answered by BroncosFan537 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sounds about right.
The calipers or the rotors may need replacing..sounds like there heating up too quick and causing problems
2006-08-16 14:53:35 · answer #7 · answered by mommy2savannah51405 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it dont sound right,more likely the master cylinder.
2006-08-16 17:45:29 · answer #8 · answered by frank m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋