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mk 3 golf brakes

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vinny
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Posted: Tue Nov 20th, 2007 07:30 pm

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Thanks for that. I meant the main brakes not the parking brake. I have replaced all the springs and checked everything is in order. I will see if it passes this time

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Posted: Fri Nov 2nd, 2007 11:08 pm

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Hi, strange question,

They don`t have to lock, But the service brake readings, rear combined with the front wheel brake readings have to Exceed 50% of the specified weight of the vehicle.

The Parking brake readings on a Dual Circuit braking system, Have to Exceed 16%, of the specified weight unless Both rear wheels Lock. lol.

You don`t specify Service Brake or Parking Brake,

Adjustment should be auto, but sometimes You need to encourage the sprung loaded wedge system to work.

Hope this helps,

Regards, Wes.

Last edited on Tue Nov 6th, 2007 11:28 pm by Wesley

Daz
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Posted: Fri Nov 2nd, 2007 11:07 pm

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What was the actual wording on the vt30??

vinny
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Posted: Fri Nov 2nd, 2007 05:40 pm

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My mk 3 golf failed its MOT because the rear wheels turned when the brake is pressed. should the rear wheels lock? How do I adjust the rear brake? They have shoes on the back

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