Do you need a good Laugh ?

[hoosierdaddy]

I've just earned the bone head of the year award . I installed new ss brake lines and rebuilt the front calipers on my car this weekend . I've fought for 2 days to get my brakes bled with little luck , I've also read alot of tech articles trying to solve my problem .Now this isn't my first go around working on my cars , Ive done this for years as a hobby . I called my brother to see if he had any thoughts on my problem , during our conversation a question came up about the bleeder screw position and I told my brother it was at the bottom of the caliper , as soon as I said that I realized what I had done wrong . How could I make such a stupid mistake . I went out and switched the calipers around and used the power bleeder and I now have more pedal than I've had in the last two 2 days . My brother got a good laugh out of this so I thought I would share this with everyone . Now before you hit the floor laughing give me credit for being man enough to share this with everyone .
Jim

[kqw]

Ok....here's giving you credit...

Now....

ps. don't feel bad...search the board and you'll see where you are not alone.....

cheers

[Grezdlitn]

While laughing at your situation . I realized that I have never been satisfied with my brake performance after having just completed a rebuild (calipers and all). I bled, trying all the various methods and even ordered a power bleeder from pelican. After reading your post I grabbed a flashlight and headed for the hanger and sure enough the calipers are on upside down. Thanks for your willingness to share your misfortune with us. I now have a project for tomorrow evening !!

[herman maire]

In that case im second in line for that award.
Funny when I think back but lets just say I was slowly becoming the Hulk( the green guy) that day things were going so well.

I modified the rear brakes on my bmw with bigger units from a M car supposed to be a bolt on deal factory brake lines everything.
I had the calipers reversed. I figured it bolted up it so it was good to go.
couldnt be more wrong. I even made costom brake lines when I didnt need them and a hundres trips to the parts store.
I even drove around for a few weeks with a sponge brake pedal until I asked my buddy why the hell I could not bleed them he spoted in right away.
Good times.

[Jubbie]

Confession is good for the soul, gives a good laugh, and helps the forum out in the long run.

And no one here can throw any stones I am sure...

Good show!!!

[kqw]

Originally posted by Jubbie
And no one here can throw any stones I am sure...

You are Soooooo correct.....

[gost]

Again don't feel too dopey, I rebuilt all my calipers and powder coated them and also painted all my brake pad retaining hardware which was a big mistake. I thought they would look good painted all silver ( which they did ) but I always had a soft pedal even after bleeding a gallon of fluid without a bubble. Turns out the pads got hung up on the painted retaining pins and everything worked perfectly after I removed the paint and lubed the pins with grease (which I obviously did not also do originally). I drove 250 miles before I figured it out and man I felt stupid when I finally did.
Kudos to your honesty

[hoosierdaddy]

grezdlitn
Glad I could help..............uh , I think

[Grezdlitn]

Of course you helped !! I'm excited and anxious for the sun to come up. I'd never driven a P-car before this one and wasn't pleased with the brake performance. Now I know there is light at the end of the tunnel. Every time I gleen new information from this forum my driving experience gets better and so does my car.

Thanks again,
Mark (grezdlitn)

[Bob's Project]

Cars can be dangerous to ourselves and others if not mantained correctly. I am sure this was a humbling experience but should also be taken seriously. It is our responsibility to make sure are cars are maintained safely.

Regards.