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Do I need to bleed the brakes on all four wheels?

Tiny
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  • 2001 FORD MUSTANG
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Have to replace front calipers, need to know if I have to bleed all 4 wheels or just the front. Thank you.
Monday, February 5th, 2024 AT 3:56 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

As long as the brake master cylinder reservoir never fully drained to a point air could have entered the system, you should be able to just bleed the fronts.

I attached the directions from the manual for bleeding the new calipers. Let me know if this helps. Also, if you are experiencing problems, let me know what they are.

Take care,

Joe

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Monday, February 5th, 2024 AT 7:34 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for your quick responce. I will let you know how it goes.
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Wednesday, February 7th, 2024 AT 7:47 PM
Tiny
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Can you guys recommend a good set of calipers? Never had luck with the one's from Ford. Thanks
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Monday, February 19th, 2024 AT 3:55 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

I'm older, but my favorite is still Raybestos. There are other good ones as well such as Bendix, Wagner, and so on. Any of these brands should take care of what you need.

Let me know if I can help or if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe
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Monday, February 19th, 2024 AT 8:27 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for the recommendation, I will do some research then choose.
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Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 AT 5:33 PM
Tiny
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You are very welcome. Let me know how things turn out for you. I'm interested in knowing. Also, feel free to let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe
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Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 AT 6:51 PM

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