HELP My Brakes Keep Locking Up On Me

Discussion in 'The whoa and the sway.' started by electroman55, Jun 22, 2005.

  1. electroman55

    electroman55 Well-Known Member

    Hi everyone, I've been having some brake trouble lately. If I leave my car for over a week or so, the front left brake locks up on me. Its a 77 Electra with disc in the front. I also have a vibration up untill I hit about 50 mph then it goes away. And lastly, theres a profound pulsation/vibration whenever I apply the brakes. What could be going on here? Seems like more than just a warped rotor to me....
     
  2. gstewart

    gstewart Well-Known Member

    warped rotors most likely the cause of the vibration. some brake linings/disc pads absorb moisture and when first applied to brake, they will grab like crazy until the lining warms up. also brake fluid leaking onto the lining can cause a similar problem .
     

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