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19th March 2015, 20:20 | #1 |
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Rear brakes binding.
Sorry not a Rover but would appreciate advice.
Picasso failed it's CT (MOT) on rear brakes. I have replaced cylinders and shoes on both sides but now the OS is binding, I have wound the adjuster all the way back and treble checked everything is fitted correctly, the drum slid on easily and there are no score marks. I can't hear or feel anything when driving but the wheel is stiff to turn when off the ground. Problem is the car is booked for re test early tomorrow morning and I have run out of time to play around and try to fix the prob. Does anybody know if MOT testers check for binding brakes? Thanks Pete. |
19th March 2015, 21:05 | #2 | |
I really should get out more.......
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The tester would usually rotate the wheel to assess for bearing noises, and by doing so would notice binding, at worst the brake roller test would probably record a binding if bad enough, and the knock on effect is that it would also contribute to a brake inbalance for both service brake, and parking brake efficiency, the effects and dangers of brake inbalance would be recognised if a skid was to occur worse when wet or icy road conditions. |
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19th March 2015, 21:43 | #3 |
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Thanks John, not looking good then
I have somebody coming to help me but not until Monday, I'll have to try my telephone French and cancel the re test. Pete |
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