Front Brake Issue, 914 Pulls right when stopping Options

[PDXBob]

Hi All,
I just finished putting on rebuilt rear brake calipers done by PMB. Also, new braided steel brake lines and set of new Textar pads on all 4 wheels (1975 914). I took it out to do the “bedding” break-in process and I noticed it was pulling to the right.

So, (after doing cool down slow driving)when I got home I checked temperature of rotors. Both back rotors were about 125 degrees. However front right was about 240 degrees. BUT front left was only about 85 degrees. To a novice like me seems like front left is not working.

Any suggestions on diagnostic procedures or what to check out.
Thanks
PDXBob

[Eric_Shea]

Hey Bob,

Are the soft lines new? If not then I would recommend checking those.

https://pmbperformance.com/pages/frequently...-questions-faqs

About mid-way down on our FAQ page you'll see that old soft lines lines can swell from the inside. This often retains pressure on your front right (in your case). It will then lock up and pull to the right when you apply nominal pressure. It often drags as well then causing the heating issue you're having.

My rule is, if you don't know when your soft lines were replaced... replace them. Otherwise, every 10 years.

Hope that helps... give us a call if you have any other issues.

[PDXBob]

Hey Bob,

Are the soft lines new? If not then I would recommend checking those.

https://pmbperformance.com/pages/frequently...-questions-faqs

About mid-way down on our FAQ page you'll see that old soft lines lines can swell from the inside. This often retains pressure on your front right (in your case). It will then lock up and pull to the right when you apply nominal pressure. It often drags as well then causing the heating issue you're having.

My rule is, if you don't know when your soft lines were replaced... replace them. Otherwise, every 10 years.

Hope that helps... give us a call if you have any other issues.

Eric, when I had you rebuild the rear calipers I also bought a set of your braided steel brake lines. These were well worth the price, just in piece of mind compared to 40+ year old rubber lines.

No time to work on it until Saturday, but can’t wait to get brakes sorted. Also, my brother who’s a mechanic chastised me for not getting rotors hot enough during “bedding-in” process. It’s tough to drive 60 MPH and slam on the brakes in Oregon when the roads are wet 364 days a year!!!
Bob