1997 Ford Thunderbird brakes

1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD
167,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TIMMY .T
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Hi guys my 97 t bird, all of a sudden started squaking the right front brake, my son drove it that day, the passanger side from the mag all long the side to the back wheel well has a rusty mist, feels like it is locked up, should i have it towed to the fixet shop or drive it seams like the damage has been done, thanks
Feb 13, 2008 at 7:49 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Well the damage has been done...but you and whoever you may run into are still alive! Don't gamble with known bad brakes...If the piston should drop out of the caliper, you will not stop!
Feb 13, 2008 at 8:05 AM
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