brakes

Post by **Dominic** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 9:16 am

Just noticed this morning when reversing, if the brakes are applied, they suddenly grab after working smoothly for a few feet, and a definite "kick" can be felt through the pedal. Anyone any ideas as to the cause? (and the remedy?) Moving forwards when braking seems normal.

Thanks

Dom

Post by **bmcecosse** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 10:24 am

Think it's just the rear brake shoe which is normally 'trailing' coming into action as a 'leading' shoe when moving backwards. Both front brake shoes are 'trailing' when reversing - so the available brake force is very much reduced when reversing!

Post by **Dominic** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 10:59 am

Maybe I need to grease the cylinder again where it slides in backplate.

Post by **bmcecosse** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 12:06 pm

Well - always wise I suppose to make sure it is free to slide - but don't over-do the grease in case it finds it's way inside!