Re: Kanter Project: 1955 Caribbean out of long term storage

Posted by jfrom@kanter On 2016/5/12 10:43:27
The fuel system has been completely cleaned and overhaul. Next we have moved on to Bendix Treadle Vac. When the car was removed from storage. The brakes were applied and the pedal did not return. This resulted in the removal of the power unit. It best to thoroughly go through all aspect of the brake, engine, and suspension system regardless of how long a car has been in storage.

As you can see once the btv was removed from car and the lid removed on the hydraulic side. Brake fluid had crystallized as a result of the long term storage. Brake fluid because of its water absorbing properties should be changed in periodic interval to ensure that it does not break down and cause harm to the inner workings of the hydraulic system. Annual/preventive maintenance is key having a trouble free collector car.

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