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Posted on Nov 25, 2010

Just changed front brakes now have slight pull to right. no steering whel play or extra pull on breaking, where should I start in diagnosing

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Did you remove all rust from caliper and pad abutments
(sliding surfaces) ?
Did you put anti-seize on those parts, that need to slide
and be protected from future rusting?
Did you machine the rotors?
You don't put new pads on worn rotors
Did you bleed all 4 wheels (flush)
The right side is pulling because you most likey
have a caliper not completely releasing.
Sounds like you put the problem in there

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