Equalizing Brakes

[Charles Freeborn]

So the other morning I went for a spin along the river early enough for there to be nobody else out. Back behind the airport there are some nice long stretches, so I ran it up a bit and then did some "both feet in" to see how straight the old girl comes to a panic stop. My right rear wheel locked way before any of the others. All four calipers are freshly re-built, new OEM type pads, new MC, rotors all well within spec, all soft lines new, all four tires the same specs and age.
Is there any "adjustment" that I'm not aware of to tweak the braking pressure, or should I be look for something else?

-C

[Steve]

Hi Charles,

Several things can cause one-wheel lockup.

Some of them are:

1. Sticking brake caliper pistons

2. Residual air in caliper(s) (might be left rear)

3. Corner weights not correct (this is a biggie)

Time for some detailed detective work.

[Charles Freeborn]

I'm assuming the calipers are working properly - rebuild done by a well regarded shop.
More bleeding is mos def on the menu, as will be a corner balance after all the new parts go on the rear suspension this winter.
Many thanks sir! See you on Thursday?
-C

[Steve]