You say that you changed from a 3/4 to a 7/8. I think you stated this
backwards. The original Bugeye MC is already 7/8. The disc brake cars used
the 3/4. When you switched MC's did you also swap the pushrods? The pushrod
for the 7/8 MC is longer and will not work correctly when used in the 3/4
MC. I don't remember the lengths but could measure them tonight if needed.
Larry Miller
----- Original Message -----
From "nateley" <nateley at email.msn.com>
To: "spridget list" <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 20, 2000 3:34 AM
Subject: Bugeye Brake Problem
> Dear Group,
> I am having a brake problem that is making me bugeyed. I converted the
front
> drum brakes on my 60 Sprite to disks and changed the 3/4 master cylinder
to
> a rebuilt 7/8 bore. The disk setup has rebuilt calipers, new rotors, new
> hoses and pads. I also replaced the rear brake hose with new. The problem
is
> that when I step on the brake pedal, after about 4-5 pumps, the brakes
lock
> up - all 4 wheels and the brake lights come on and stay on. I thought I
got
> a bad rebuilt cylinder, so I had it replaced with another rebuild - same
> problem! Since both rebuilds were from the same source, I found a NOS
> cylinder and installed it - you guessed it - same problem! On all 3
> cylinders, I have backed the push rod all the way out - no more
adjustment.
> Also, on all 3 cylinders, the clutch side worked perfectly. I can release
> the pressure by loosening any of the bleeders. Does anyone have any
ideas -
> I am all out. Please help!
> Dave Camp
> 60 Sprite
> 79 Midget
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