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More on Sprite brakes

To: spridget list <spridgets@autox.team.net>, midgetsprite group <midgetsprite@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: More on Sprite brakes
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 19:21:44 -0800 (PST)
Finally had the time to do some disassembly work and
find that the left rear wheel cylinder is the culprit
and the drum was awash in a slick combination of brake
dust, brake fluid, grease and dirt.

I also have noticed that the left rear wheel bleeder
takes a 1/4 inch wrench, the right rear takes a
5/16ths inch, and of course the front disk brake
bleeders are the larger ones but at least they are the
same size.

I will have to check further to see if the leak is at
the bleeder or a leaky (don't say blown) seal. But
even a cursory exam shows the need for major brake
work.

Ah well, at least it is winter and I will have awhile
to work on it.

Also, is there an aftermarket bleeder that fits the
Sprite brakes, front and/or rear, that would not leak
air like the originals do when being bled? Also,
suppose that the rear bleeders are different sizes
because the PO used a bleeder from a different auto.
If so, are the thread count and size of bleeder
compatible with other US car models?

thanks, bill b. '69 Sprite

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