[Roadsters] !966 1600 Brake Master Cylinder help

[RWM]

Would the 3/4" NABCO not work?

- Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex




On 3/7/2016 10:24 AM, David Patten via Datsun-roadsters wrote:
> Mick,
> You may be able to use an aftermarket racing master cylinder from 
> someone like Wilwood or Tilton Engineering as a replacement. These can 
> be bought in multiple sizes.
>
> These have a 3/8" thread x 3/16" line with an inverted flare for the 
> brake line connection and a 2.25" bolt spacing (typical of most 
> vertical Datsun 2 bolt patterns masters), so it should bolt to the 
> firewall with little effort. You may need to come up with a new clevis 
> arrangement to attach it to the pedal.
>
> Just a possible option.
>
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> *To: *"mick hayes" <mickatliverpooltile at gmail.com>
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> *Sent: *Monday, March 7, 2016 7:40:11 AM
> *Subject: *Re: [Roadsters] !966 1600 Brake Master Cylinder help
>
> Mick,
>
> I'd check with Les at Classic Datsun or one of the other usual 
> suspects regarding the M/C, but I suspect substituting isn't an easy 
> option. Check the vendor section of 311s.org <http://311s.org> for a 
> list. AFAIK, Ross is still in business.
>
> Regarding making your own hard lines, there may be some threads in the 
> 311s.org <http://311s.org> forums about that, and there are definitely 
> a lot of generic sites on the web. Just remember the Roadsters used 
> SAE fittings, not metric.
>
> HTH,
> Ron
>
> On Sun, Mar 6, 2016 at 8:33 PM, mick hayes via Datsun-roadsters 
> <datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net 
> <mailto:datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net>> wrote:
>
>     Great forum
>     Can i buy a brake master cylinder from another car, that fits my
>     1600?. Or, does anyone have one to sell?. The current unit a
>     Girling 70 has seized. Also, any good articles on making your own
>     brake lines, would be good.
>
>     My 1600, is 50 years old. I have owned it for 17 years, but have
>     known it for 25 years. In all that time i have only driven it
>     twice. I am determined to get her on the road this year, so any
>     help, would be grateful.
>
>     Major parts needed
>
>     Low windshield...expensive
>     Gasket kits
>     fuel sender unit
>
>     Is, Ross Mullen Sport/Imports out of Vancouver still in business?
>
>     Thanks
>
>     Mick
>

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