Re: Brakes and Clutch.

From: Robert Wiseman (rob(at)wisemaninsurance.com)
Date: Tue Jan 12 1999 - 04:52:20 CST


Just in case thats the route I need to take, where is a good place to have
that done.
Thanks,
Rob

Christopher Albers wrote:

> rob(at)wisemaninsurance.com writes:
> >This weekend I plan to start rebuilding the brake and clutch master
> >cylinders. I was reading the archive and noticed several people advise
> >to "hone" them out. I what that that means, I just dont know exactly
> >how to go about it. The car has been sitting for 20 years. Neither
> >brakes or clutch work at present and I would assume there is some
> >pitting inside. Any Suggestions.
>
> I recommend sleeving the cylinders if they're pitted. There is some
> debate as to what is best (stainless or brass) because of a galvanic
> electrical reaction between ss and aluminum. I have been told that the
> danger is minimal. My master is sleeved with ss and I'm quite happy
> with it, so far. My wheel cylinders were slightly pitted and I scuffed
> them up with a brake hone using a hand drill. Apparently one of thm
> was pitted badly and has now failed so I'll probably end up sleeving
> them. If you're interested I can refer you to someone who does
> sleeving at a very reasonable price.
>
> Christopher



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