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Heed the members advice on Rear Brakes! (Photos)

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by RPHRIDER, May 29, 2014.

  1. RPHRIDER

    RPHRIDER Member

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    I recently bought a 1982 Seca 550. I have been going through the basics
    of brakes, valve adjustment, chain ,tires etc..
    This is my 3rd XJ. I checked the brakes per the senior members advice on the first 2 and the shoes were fine. When I checked my new Seca's brakes
    I was shocked o see the extent of the delamination!
    Can you Imagine if I had been riding the bike when this happened!
    When I went to take the springs off the rear shoes the actual metal shoes just crumbled, because they were so brittle.

    Check out the photos at;
    http://s145.photobucket.com/user/kevrph ... r%20brakes

    The point is don't just say " this never happened on any bike I owned"
    Listen to the warnings the members give you. This includes brakes, brake lines, valve adjustments, tires etc.

    I appreciate all the advice I get from this forum!
     
    RPHRIDER, May 29, 2014
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  2. Bighappy

    Bighappy Member

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    Nah....they're good. Just ignore it.

    *drips with sarcasm*
     
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  3. bendoza

    bendoza Member

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    just put some sea foam in there. you'll be good for another season.
     
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    A little JB Weld...good as new!!

    Looks like it was actually ridden some on those shoes!?
     
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    RPHRIDER Member

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    LOL, The PO rode around like this!!
    I have seen thin worn brake shoes before, but I never have seen the material on the shoe separate from the metal part like this!
     
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  6. Stumplifter

    Stumplifter Well-Known Member

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    Scary pictures!

    +1 on the advice given here. The knowledge given here is backed with integrity that strives to make sure everyone has a reliable, safe ride.

    I love you guys! :)
     
    Stumplifter, May 29, 2014
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  7. Hotcakesman

    Hotcakesman Active Member

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    I don't see what is wrong
    lots of meat on there

    Scary!
     
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