Replaced rear callipers, still have soft brakes

2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
95,000 MILES
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BV9040
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Replaced both rear callipers. Used vacume bleed on rear. Bled all 4 multiple times. Brakes work but has lot of travel and feels soft. When pumped 3-4 times it gets better. What next?
Feb 22, 2012 at 5:13 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Brake master cylinder could have an internal leak not pressuring the brakes-due to seals/cups wear/tear
Feb 23, 2012 at 1:37 AM
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