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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 09:09 AM
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Lately, when brake is being applied, right before coming to a complete stop, the pedal will go all the way to the floor and the truck still moving...
Does this sound like the master cylinder? I am about to put new pads on and I was going to address this issue as well. BTW, I have 4 wheel disc.
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 11:45 AM
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Maybe I should've put this in GM Drivetrain & Suspension...
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 12:24 PM
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Sounds like the master cylinder to me.....
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Yelo
Sounds like the master cylinder to me.....
Ditto, that would normally be the issue there.
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 03:50 PM
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just go back with a rebuilt unit form the parts store?
new one? any upgrades for this?
182,000 miles of braking...whoodathunkitt?
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 04:03 PM
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You could swap to a hydroboost setup for firmer pressure and more controllable braking....but other than that, no
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 04:10 PM
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That sounds like a major swap though, right?
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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 04:21 PM
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I see a repair kit available for 20 bucks.
Is this a simple repair compared to $90-$130 for a master cylinder or no?

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Old Jun 22, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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check your rear break line that crosses over to each rear tire, mine broke into going down the 1/4 mile track it suxs going 106mph and no breaks at first lol.
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Old Jun 23, 2006 | 09:18 AM
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Any info on the repair kit?
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