Hi Nick:
Yes you did right by removing the discolor, I would lubricate it, put
it in a ziploc bag & store till ready. I would wait until just before
the install to bench bleed.
My .02 cents worth
Bob Greene
Nick Moseley wrote:
>
> I'm in the process of rebuilding a brake M/C. New rubber "washers" have gone
> in fine. I "lightly" honed the cylinder. (This is the first time I've tried
> to do that, so my interpretation may be up for discussion).
> I intend to install it on the car in early May, in time for British Car
> Week.
> Questions:
> -there were no evident rust pits inside the cylinder, but there was a
> dis-coloured area, that has since been honed away. Is that the general idea?
> -how should I store it between now and May? Should I fill it, bench bleed it
> and try to seal it, or leave it empty for now and hope minimal rust forms in
> the meantime? (Don't want to install it now, its too cold in the carport,
> snow is predicted for tomorrow).
> Thanks for your suggestions and comments
> (BTW, if this works I'll be a happy guy. The rebuild kit cost $14.00 from
> Lordco, whereas Spitbits lists a new M/C at $225.00)
>
> Nick Moseley
> 76 and 2 78 Spits + misc
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