Good morning all and happy Father’s Day. I‘d like to pick your brain’s regarding a recent issue with my 73’.
yesterday I took the 73’ out to get her a little drive time (Not far 7-8 miles). Upon returning I noticed the subtle but distinct smell of burning brakes but hadn’t really noticed anything dragging. I parked it in the driveway and did other things for about an hour before putting her away. On restart I noticed the brake pedal had hardened and that the brakes were pretty much locked up. Jacked up front end and sure enough both wheels were locked solid.i covered her for the night and this morning tried again. Brakes were looser but not completely back to normal.
background on Bronco.
73’ with 76/77 front end, D44, Ford disc brakes up front. Drums in back. Master cylinder is stock without a booster, no proportioning value. I’ve owned the Bronco since 98’ and this is how I bought her. Except for routine maintenance I haven’t changed out any parts. The thanks in advance! doesn’t get out too much lately (once every month at best).
question I have is this. In addition to an obvious brake fluid flush, does it sound like the master cylinder is sticking and needs replacing? If so would it be worth while upgrading to something like a wilwood master? Apologies, for my ignoranc, I’ve just never experienced exactly this issue before.
yesterday I took the 73’ out to get her a little drive time (Not far 7-8 miles). Upon returning I noticed the subtle but distinct smell of burning brakes but hadn’t really noticed anything dragging. I parked it in the driveway and did other things for about an hour before putting her away. On restart I noticed the brake pedal had hardened and that the brakes were pretty much locked up. Jacked up front end and sure enough both wheels were locked solid.i covered her for the night and this morning tried again. Brakes were looser but not completely back to normal.
background on Bronco.
73’ with 76/77 front end, D44, Ford disc brakes up front. Drums in back. Master cylinder is stock without a booster, no proportioning value. I’ve owned the Bronco since 98’ and this is how I bought her. Except for routine maintenance I haven’t changed out any parts. The thanks in advance! doesn’t get out too much lately (once every month at best).
question I have is this. In addition to an obvious brake fluid flush, does it sound like the master cylinder is sticking and needs replacing? If so would it be worth while upgrading to something like a wilwood master? Apologies, for my ignoranc, I’ve just never experienced exactly this issue before.