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Bobdope2002
15-01-10, 02:37 PM
Just started since the snow has arrived...

the problem is when i come to use the brakes for the first time after starting the car theyre is no pedal what so ever and it seems to come in after a few seconds....and theyre on the brakes are fine

any ideas what it could be, is it something to be worried about costing a fortune to fix.....TBH ive had more problems with the brakes on the thing than anything else
grimmy
15-01-10, 02:57 PM
Just started since the snow has arrived...

the problem is when i come to use the brakes for the first time after starting the car theyre is no pedal what so ever and it seems to come in after a few seconds....and theyre on the brakes are fine

any ideas what it could be, is it something to be worried about costing a fortune to fix.....TBH ive had more problems with the brakes on the thing than anything else
Sounds like air in them.
stamford
15-01-10, 03:04 PM
How old is it? Could need replacing as it has become more hygroscopic with age. Maybe you have a slight leak somewhere that may have accelerated this?
Bobdope2002
15-01-10, 03:06 PM
the fluid has never been changed mick as far as im aware... i did have a look at the fluid to see if all was ok and it was

what colour should the fluid be mine looks a bit dirty
stamford
15-01-10, 03:09 PM
It should be relatively clear with a yellowish/goldy tint to it.
Bobdope2002
15-01-10, 03:33 PM
hmmm looks like i may have to get some new fluid in theyre then mine tbh looks black
Jay-ZS+
15-01-10, 03:35 PM
Yer sounds like its worth changing it and seeing what happens get some 5.1 in there :)
Bobdope2002
15-01-10, 03:36 PM
*gets the phone out to my trusty mechanic friend*
talkingcars
15-01-10, 07:11 PM
brake fluid should be changed every couple of years.
Bobdope2002
16-01-10, 05:19 PM
been to see my mate today says its the brake master cylinder on its way out...

id rather replace it now before the whole thing goes when im driving down the road

managed to get a bargain of ebay so hopefully shud be sorted soon
Supercharged_Z
16-01-10, 05:37 PM
Bob change your brake fluid for somthing decent too.

as its been mentioned it conducts water over time, and it changes the boiling points etc etc should be changed at least every two years.. and as said should be clear/yellowish!!
Bobdope2002
16-01-10, 05:46 PM
yeh that was the plan mate got a bargain on some dot 5.1....1 litre for £5
mattie007
17-01-10, 01:10 PM
Where was that? Is 5.1 good for everyday use aswell as track?
Mines black aswell!
Bobdope2002
17-01-10, 01:18 PM
Where was that? Is 5.1 good for everyday use aswell as track?
Mines black aswell!

of fleabay and ive been informed 5.1 is the best stuff you can get....
Supercharged_Z
17-01-10, 01:24 PM
brakes are what stop you... dont go to cheap!!
Jay-ZS+
17-01-10, 01:32 PM
brakes are what stop you... dont go to cheap!!

Amazes me how people can use budget tyres and brake pads but spend money on the engine. Id rather be able to stop quick than go quick! Although both is great :laugh:

As long as its good quality there are some bargins on the bay at time :)
Bobdope2002
17-01-10, 01:48 PM
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160394683654&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
mattie007
17-01-10, 07:32 PM
Thanks for the link.
Ritchy
17-01-10, 08:49 PM
bob get an anchor