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Old 12-27-2007, 03:30 AM
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Originally Posted by idigital View Post
OK, I got the rotors off. And from what I can gather, I believe this was a main brake system failure. The calipers are in very bad shape and show signs of high temps. The E-brakes don't look that bad. I can actually still see rust on parts of the e-brake pads, which would have easily be worn off if they were engaged against the rotor. Here are some pics of the calipers and e-brakes.

I am replacing pretty much everything, pads, rotors, MC, and calipers.
That is a massive brake system failure.
That came within seconds of incinerating the car.

Professional and personal opinion..

I would replace the:
* Master Cylinder
* Rear Rotors
* Rear Calipers
* New Rear Caliper mounting Bolts
* Rear Pads
* Rear Hoses
* Park Brake Shoes
* Flush the total brake system
* Sand blast the backing plates on the car and repaint

Before considering re-mounting wheels, I would need to inspect the tires and rims with EXTREME care for heat damage.
A test drive will then be needed to determine if rear wheel bearings are damaged.

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