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Re: clutch M/C bleed?

To: "Ron@Home" <ronday@home.com>,
Subject: Re: clutch M/C bleed?
From: "datsunmike" <datsunmike@nyc.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 21 May 2001 08:30:01 -0400
Another alternative is to use a clutch master from a 510 or Z but you will
have to use an adapter or use a metric fitting on the master.

You can also have the master resleeved in Brass or Stainless and it should
last a lifetime.

Mike

----- Original Message -----
From: "Ron@Home" <ronday@home.com>
To: "Roadster List" <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2001 11:01 PM
Subject: Re: clutch M/C bleed?


> > Is the bore smooth with no pitting? Did you hone the master? Datsun
masters
> > and wheel cylinders do not like to be honed as they were anodized to
seal
> > and harden the aluminum and honing them removes the anodizing. I tried a
> > rebuild kit for my master many years ago and could never get a firm
pedal no
> > matter what I did so I bought a new one and never had another problem.
> >
> > Some of you have disagreed with me about the anodizing but I spoke with
> > several mechanics and a friend who works for Standard Automotive Parts
and
> > he said all their aluminum brake and clutch parts are anodized to harden
the
> > bores.
>
> Rather they're anodized or not, the bores tend to pit, particularly since
> few of us flush the systems regularly, like we should. I've never
> successfully honed any of the hydraulic cylinders and finally just started
> replacing the old parts. Now that the new pieces are getting a bit pricey,
> maybe I'll pay more attention to preventative maintenance, but I doubt it.
> <G>
>
> FWIW, Ron
>
> The ACL Group
> Arlington, Texas
> (817) 572-0873
> ronday@home.com
> ronnie_day@acd.org

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