bill king wrote:
> The MGA uses a hydraulic cylinder with a bore of .875". The Moss website
> has the following information:
>
> 1500 and 1600 master cylinders are identical except for the covers. The 1500
> master cylinder, #180-670, includes the correct 1500 cover. Some cars may
> be found with Sprite/Midget 3/4" bore master cylinders. Measure your
> cylinder bores before ordering internal parts!
>
> What are the implications of the smaller bore? I can see longer brake pedal
> travel and potential issues with clutch release unless a downsized slave is
> installed. Am I correct or off base? I ask because I am considering going
> to individual hydraulic cylinders for the clutch and brakes with a dual
> circuit for the brakes.
Smaller bore on the Master means more braking power with less pedal
pressure. If the brakes and clutch are adjusted right, the longer
pedal travel should not be a problem.
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