Archaeor Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Looks like when the PO either had tires or shocks installed, the truck was jacked up by the frame and the Load Sensing Valve ended up in this position. Do I have to re-bleed the brakes after making it right? Thanks, Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 No. As long as the brake line fittings are not loosened allowing air in the system, you don't have to bleed. Just disconnect the rod, move the lever back up to parallel with the axle, then reconnect the rod. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archaeor Posted August 17, 2016 Author Share Posted August 17, 2016 Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minuit Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Just wanted to chime in that bolting up the LSV that way is a very common and easy mistake to make. Someone probably changed the gear oil (or unbolted it from the diff cover for some other reason) and didn't pay attention to how it went back. You'll probably notice a serious improvement to your braking, since having it in that position pretty much turns your rear brakes off completely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G O B Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 The rod that goes to the arm was missing on mine. Found a perfect replacement from a commercial air damper. These should be available at any large AC contractor. The replacement is 1./4-20 USS not metric. The metric hole on the axle can be tapped to fit or drilled. Brakes work so much better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Make it adjustable! http://comancheclub.com/topic/16955-adjustable-mj-load-sensing-valve/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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