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wrinkledmeat
10-10-2002, 05:52 AM
What would cause my brake pedal to shake...I have been chasing a vacuum leak forever, is it related to that...entire vehicle shakes like the great quake of 1906 when @ idle, in gear...any suggestions?
Damage, Inc.
10-10-2002, 06:03 AM
Vacuum leak is very reasonable.
Irondust
10-10-2002, 06:36 AM
A shaky leg! LOL! Does it shake under heavy braking or all the time. Vacuum would be my guess or maybe some seriously warped rotors.
wrinkledmeat
10-10-2002, 06:45 AM
it shakes when my foot is off of the pedal just driving around although it dissipates somewhat on the freeway...I am certain it's not the brakes as I just had them completely rebuilt (every part) about 6 months ago after the SAPO neglected them...but that's a whole different story...sounds like I need to spend some quality time with 'Woodstocks' vac system...thank goodness the old turd still has the vac sticker under the hood...thanks
PAJEEPER
10-10-2002, 07:26 AM
Are you sure its from the brakes? The pedal has a bronze bushing that will wear out in the pivot. Then your pedal rattles around from side to side. Try wiggling it there can be alot of play in them.