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Front brake system..

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Tommyc, Jan 4, 2011.

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  1. Fatboy128

    Fatboy128 Well-Known Member

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    My wheel just has the 5 disc screws showing on the Non-disc side.
    Fatboy128, Aug 17, 2011
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  3. Tommyc

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    Thanks guys, I will get a SS line if I decide to go that 1 caliper route.
    I am looking for a used set of calipers right now because I would rather fix it right. Shes a wide glide and shouild have 2 front brakes.
    Thanks!
    Tommyc, Aug 18, 2011
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  4. Tommyc

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    Will dual calipers from a 1979 FL fit on my '83 FXwg?
    Tommyc, Aug 18, 2011
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    cowboy Moderator Staff Member

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    Not sure check the part #s or if you can put your hands on both match them up for the mounts
    cowboy, Aug 18, 2011
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    cardboard Well-Known Member

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    Ya probaly got the piston in backwards. The piston is probaly blockin the hole
    Did ya git it fixed yet
    cardboard, Aug 27, 2011
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  7. Tommyc

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    No, didn't get it fixed yet. The pistons are not in backwards. I'm not a dum bass.
    Maybe I got bad seals? Theu were installed new. 1 caliper works fine, the other one doesn't.
    Tommyc, Aug 29, 2011
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    cardboard Well-Known Member

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    Sounds like the piston is blockin the hole.
    cardboard, Aug 29, 2011
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    Have you checked to see if the brake line might be stopped up on one side.
    cardboard, Aug 29, 2011
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    I will check the brake line, thanks!
    Tommyc, Aug 29, 2011
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    Can't remember right, but if'n somebody puts the wrong kind of brake fluid in it , It can cause problems. Might have something eating it up or gellin in it.
    And make sure it comes out before the line goes into the caliper.
    And don't mix DOT brake fluids either.
    Just remember, I'm on the other side of this keyboard and can't put my hands on the bike or see it.
    cardboard, Aug 29, 2011
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