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

[PDXBob]

So, an update:
Had my front calipers just rebuilt by PMB. This solved my problem with pulling to the right. However I still don’t have good brakes, i.e., pedal goes nearly to floor before the car stops. Can’t come close to locking up wheels.

So far, I’ve had front and back calipers rebuilt by PMB. Also, replaced rubber brake lines with PMB braided steel. Bought 4 new Textar pads. Adjusted (vented) the back brakes to within specs. I have a Motive Pressure Bleeder and have bleed brakes using it at least 3 times. Just today did the 2-person brake bleed procedure on back brakes. Will do 2-person brake bleed of front’s tomorrow. Master cylinder only about 3 years old. I’ve pumped about 2 quarts of fluid through system and each time get pure, clean fluid and virtually no air bubbles. I’m Running out of ideas on what else to do.

Any thoughts or wild-a$$ guesses greatly appreciated.
PDXBob (1975 914)

[rjames]

So, an update:
Had my front calipers just rebuilt by PMB. This solved my problem with pulling to the right. However I still don’t have good brakes, i.e., pedal goes nearly to floor before the car stops. Can’t come close to locking up wheels.

So far, I’ve had front and back calipers rebuilt by PMB. Also, replaced rubber brake lines with PMB braided steel. Bought 4 new Textar pads. Adjusted (vented) the back brakes to within specs. I have a Motive Pressure Bleeder and have bleed brakes using it at least 3 times. Just today did the 2-person brake bleed procedure on back brakes. Will do 2-person brake bleed of front’s tomorrow. Master cylinder only about 3 years old. I’ve pumped about 2 quarts of fluid through system and each time get pure, clean fluid and virtually no air bubbles. I’m Running out of ideas on what else to do.

Any thoughts or wild-a$$ guesses greatly appreciated.
PDXBob (1975 914)

Virtually no air bubbles isn't good enough. You need to bleed them until all of the air is out of the system. Try the long hose method (bonus, only 1 person is needed). I couldn't get mine properly bled until I switch to speed bleeders. Good luck!

[PDXBob]

So, an update:
Had my front calipers just rebuilt by PMB. This solved my problem with pulling to the right. However I still don’t have good brakes, i.e., pedal goes nearly to floor before the car stops. Can’t come close to locking up wheels.

So far, I’ve had front and back calipers rebuilt by PMB. Also, replaced rubber brake lines with PMB braided steel. Bought 4 new Textar pads. Adjusted (vented) the back brakes to within specs. I have a Motive Pressure Bleeder and have bleed brakes using it at least 3 times. Just today did the 2-person brake bleed procedure on back brakes. Will do 2-person brake bleed of front’s tomorrow. Master cylinder only about 3 years old. I’ve pumped about 2 quarts of fluid through system and each time get pure, clean fluid and virtually no air bubbles. I’m Running out of ideas on what else to do.

Any thoughts or wild-a$$ guesses greatly appreciated.
PDXBob (1975 914)

Virtually no air bubbles isn't good enough. You need to bleed them until all of the air is out of the system. Try the long hose method (bonus, only 1 person is needed). I couldn't get mine properly bled until I switch to speed bleeders. Good luck!

I’m not familiar with the “long hose method”. Can you describe.
Thx
(No Brakes) Bob