The International Cessna 170 Association

So how much travel do you all have in your pedals before the brakes activate?

c170b53 wrote:How old are your brake calipers and when was the last time they were apart?

I'm not sure. We just bought it a couple months ago, ill have to o through the logs. They are cleavelands i do know.

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ginbug92b wrote:To gain a little pedal free play you could drain a little fluid out from the bleeder on the brake caliper. They could be over serviced, hard to tell without actually being there.

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How much travel should there be on the pedals before the brakes are activated? Our 170b's brakes are really sensivtive. The slightest pressure and they are on, either side. So how much travel is normal? Ive gotten somewhat used to them, but am curious what is normal for the design and what everyone ...

I'm thinking the insurance was probably set to expire on 1/26/2011.

This guy lives in my area. He's a good photographer. I didnt know about his photo exploits.

He had an off field landing 2 weekends ago due to engine failure. Put her down on the interstate. All okay.


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