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master cylinder rebuild

Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2011 2:12 pm
by ronie
Bought a clutch and brake master cylinder rebuild kit for my 1961 Beach Car.

I probably ordered something wrong as the piston, seals and spring are very different to the original. They piston fits exactly though.

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Can I use this kit or should I order a new one?

If I have to order a new one ,what should I ask for?

Thank you.

Re: master cylinder rebuild

Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2011 2:19 pm
by guru_1071
the modern rebuild kit for the older cylinders includes a replacement plunger to convert the old 1 ring, 1 cup type rubber seals to the modern 2 ring type.

it will fit and work fine.

Re: master cylinder rebuild

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 4:04 pm
by andy1071
Also, the brake master cylinder should have the three-legged white nylon, non-return valve. This goes in the cylinder first, so sits at the bottom of the cylinder (top -when it's fitted in the car)