Re: Dive & Screech

Posted by 55PackardGuy On 2014/7/21 10:57:42

Here's what happened:

The mechanic, wisely I think, checked the front suspension and brakes first, and, seeing everything in good shape, pulled the REAR drums which had to be re-surfaced. That ended the screeching, pulling, etc.

I did realize that the rear brakes, with their superior leverage, could raise hell with the front end pulling violently to the side, so I had asked for an all-around adjustment. But I really didn't suspect the rear drums to be that out of true.

On my little instruction sheet to the mechanic, I said to turn the drums only if absolutely necessary. In this case, it was. I'm pretty sure he had them do the least possible material removal. (He sent them out for re-surfacing.)

Anyway, it worked. No more screech or pulling, and no more pulsing, either. He charged $40 for resurfacing the drums and $4.00 brake fluid, plus $95 labor for R&R, adjusting all 4 brakes again, and re- packing the front wheel bearings. He also checked lines and hoses with compressed air. All clear. I think I got a pretty good deal, and a firm pedal to boot!