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Thanks Dave. I did look at the links. I want try what was mentioned this weekend. I was getting into it last night , then the girlfriend showed up. She looked like alot more fun so once again the truck waits for me. LOL.
I tried something last night. I pulled the trailer service gladhand cover off and mixed some soapy water up to see if it made a bubble while running. As far as I understand there should be NO pressure there until the brakes are applied. Well, I had quite a noticeable bit of flow at idle. So...
Cranetruck, I just reread your post. Do you mean open the gladhand trailer connection port at the back frame crossmember?
I think thats what you mean. I guess that would be an easy way to tell if it had pressure. I just want to make sure I understand you correctly. So if there is any...
Thanks guys. I drove it again last night. The brakes take several seconds to release. I changed it from dot 3 to silicone dot 5 which is the reason for the rebuilding of all components. I think it is the master cylinder. I'll pick up a kit and go through it again. Probably need brake shoes...
Drove my Duece in a parade on Monday. On the way home (20 miles) my brakes started dragging. I forgot my temp gun but the hottest drum was the passenger rear. I could touch all the others.
Got home and the rear pass wheel was smoking from brake drag. I cracked the bleeder and about 3/4 cup...
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