Posted May 17, 201410 yr comment_448022 My 240z has has original M/C, calipers and drums, everything is new. Modifications include 280z brake booster, SS braided hosesand Poterfield pads. The braking is excellent, the only problem, if there is one at all, is the brakes don't engage until the pedal is a 1/3 to 1/2 of the way down on the pedal.Is there anything I can do to have the brakes engage nearer the top of the pedal?Thanks,Chris Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49253-long-pedal/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 17, 201410 yr comment_448026 Did you try extending the push rod that protrudes out of the booster? Edited May 18, 201410 yr by Blue Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49253-long-pedal/#findComment-448026 Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 18, 201410 yr comment_448027 Check the reaction disk while you're in there, especially considering the brake booster was replaced. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49253-long-pedal/#findComment-448027 Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 18, 201410 yr comment_448067 Adjust the rod as stated above. Some rods have a longer "nose" on it- the part that adjusts out.My Wildwoods were the same way when first installed. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49253-long-pedal/#findComment-448067 Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 20, 201410 yr Author comment_448202 Adjusting the booster pushrod did the trick, a bit too well! I adjusted it out about 1/4", the pedal felt great and so I took it out for a drive and didn't realize the brakes were partially engaged already, Pads and rotors heated up quickly and just managed to pull over before the car stopped itself, luckily I had my tools with me.1/8th" on the push rod was all I needed and all is working well now.Thanks guys,Chris Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49253-long-pedal/#findComment-448202 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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