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W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: jakl on September 16, 2004, 12:19:28

Title: Re: Panic stop
Post by: jakl on September 16, 2004, 12:19:28

Hi all, I notice in a quick brake application the front wheels give a slight wobble and then the car tracks and brakes fine to a stop.  When I bought the car two years ago I was told the king pins had a little play in them while car was on lift.  Mechanic stated could not feel it when driving.  That was about 2000 miles ago.  This occurs only while braking quickly.  I've had the car up to 80 mph and steady as a rock, no vibration.  It's a US '70 280sl.  Any suggestions?
Cheers,
jakl

Title: Re: Re: Panic stop
Post by: jeffc280sl on September 16, 2004, 13:07:32

Check your front brake calipers to see if the brake pads are sliding freely.  Your front rotors could also be warped.

Jeff C.
1970 280SL 4-speed

Title: Re: Re: Panic stop
Post by: ja17 on September 16, 2004, 17:19:03

Hello jakl,
The front brake hoses can also cause this kind of symptom. They begin to restrict, liked clogged arteries. Fluid will flow quickly to one caliper and more slowly through the other. After initial braking, the calipers fill and the brakes work evenly.


Joe Alexander
Blacklick, Ohio

Title: Re: Re: Panic stop
Post by: dldubois on September 16, 2004, 18:48:36

I'd agree the w/ rotors being the probable cause

Dana DuBois

1970 280sl White (050)4spd
1968 Corvette Conv. 4spd
Corinth, TX