Bicycle Mechanics - Front Disc break problem. Please help!

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DaMaN
08-25-04, 12:18 PM
Howzit Guys,

I bought a front disc break, it arrived today, but it seems there is a problem with them. I have fitted all and stuff, but there is little to no power in it, and my rear or old front V-breaks were ALOT stronger then the disc. The leaver has no..urm.. resitance? to it if you know what i mean, like pulling v breaks.
Can anyone help me with that please?

Thanks,
P.s it's a Shimano Deore XT M-756 Hydraulic Disc.
Rob.

DaMaN
08-25-04, 12:59 PM
Never mind, found that there was a loose bolt so it leaked, will buy more fluid and fill it up.
dirtbikedude
08-25-04, 06:11 PM
Never mind, found that there was a loose bolt so it leaked, will buy more fluid and fill it up.


Do not forget to properly bleed the brakes other wise you will have air in the system and your brakes still wont work right.

:beer:

hooligan
08-25-04, 07:51 PM
How does bleeding work?
DaMaN
08-25-04, 07:57 PM
How do i bleed them then mate?
MudPie
08-25-04, 11:00 PM
How do i bleed them then mate?

If you have Hayes, you can download their installation and maintenance procedures, including bleeding. I'm pretty sure other manufacturer's will have similar info online.