master cylinder have a residual valve?

1972 CHEVROLET CAMARO
100,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOE MOORE
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Does the master cylinder have a residual valve built inside the master cylinder,to maintain 2LB's pressure on front disc brakes only.
Thanks Joe
Dec 16, 2007 at 11:33 AM
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BUDDYCRAIGG
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no

it's possible the front hoses have collapsed inside making a check valve of sorts.
Dec 12, 2008 at 1:20 PM
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STRAILER
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No the brake master does not hold pressure for the front brake, here is a guide to help you with the problem of the brake sticking on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/a-comprehensive-guide-to-fixing-automotive-brakes-locking-up

Please go over this guide and get back to us.

Nov 22, 2024 at 7:56 AM
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