scutch0 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 ever since ive had the V, its had great brakes compaired to my n/a.altho i keep noticing something, and im not sure if its supposed to do it or not?if im braking hard the brake pedal is firm, and doing exactly what it should be doing, it moves down about 1 inch.but, if i go over a bump while braking hard, the brake pedal jumps down about a further 1-2 inches... the car is still braking as hard, but its just worring when your tying to stop in a hurry and the brake pedal is moving around!!any ideas what it could be?is this a common problem? or is it just mine? it had new front discs, and all new pads when i bought it, and the brake fluid level is perfect. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Not too sure on this but it may be the ABS "kicking in". Doesnt ABS kick the pedal back at you when its working???Im sure someone can help you out but thats what i think it might be Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Enzo Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 im trying to think about this, might be the abs but the pedal shouldent move down at al but just judder, two inches is quite alot, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scutch0 Posted November 16, 2006 Author Share Posted November 16, 2006 yeah.. im a bit worried.its about a inch to an inch and a half really. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Glanza_Ragger Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 its the abs matey.because the wheel lifts up the abs sensor plays around a bit, and the brake pedal will dip a little.mine does it, and the brakes are perfectly fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lobotomy Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Yep I agree! Mine does the same as you're describing when the ABS kicks in. It still brakes fine though when I need it to! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Glanza_Ragger Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 yep yep, gotta love the dodgy starbo abs system lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shelly_star Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 geez thats the problem iam having Rich, thought it was just me scares the shit outta me too when it does it, seems like it's not going to stop.Been trying to explain it to a couple of people including glanza drivers, but they all seem to have normal braking and none that i described... told you so Ecksjay! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 HEHE I was right Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scutch0 Posted November 18, 2006 Author Share Posted November 18, 2006 WAHOO!!!!something i dont have to fix!! nice one cheers guys! youve put my fears to rest. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Glanza_Ragger Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 lol as long as it stops sooner or later who cares Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shelly_star Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 still don't feel safe in it, might need to change a few things and see what happens. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lobotomy Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Yeah I've still got OEM pads and discs on mine -- planning on getting mine upgraded soon!On a side note I sprayed the wax from a power wash on my wheels to try keep the salt off them for the now and obviuosly got in about my discs and pads... that was fun trying to stop at the lights after the garage!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Glanza_Ragger Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 lol shit ya pants moment ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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