Re: Soft brake pedal
Posted by Garrett Cuellar On 2014/2/28 23:49:03
Hey guys,
The system has been completely cleaned out with alcohol and compressed air. Luckily the front wheel cylinders were in much better shape than the rear so I was able to reuse them after a good cleaning. To help prevent the re-occurrence of this moisture/sediment contamination, I made a little shield out of sheet metal to protect my reservoir. It pivots up so the only tools needed to add fluid are your hands. I had thought about moving the reservoir to a different location, but where it sat seemed to be the prime spot.
Also, the brass covers for the master cylinder are only held in by the friction of the rubber cups. So, to make sure they don't go loose inside their seat I made some copper wire retainers.
Tomorrow I will bleed the entire system and adjust the brakes accordingly. If the prior problems I was having remain, I am pretty certain the problem is the master cylinder. But... I'm crossing my fingers and hoping for the best.
Cheers!
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The system has been completely cleaned out with alcohol and compressed air. Luckily the front wheel cylinders were in much better shape than the rear so I was able to reuse them after a good cleaning. To help prevent the re-occurrence of this moisture/sediment contamination, I made a little shield out of sheet metal to protect my reservoir. It pivots up so the only tools needed to add fluid are your hands. I had thought about moving the reservoir to a different location, but where it sat seemed to be the prime spot.
Also, the brass covers for the master cylinder are only held in by the friction of the rubber cups. So, to make sure they don't go loose inside their seat I made some copper wire retainers.
Tomorrow I will bleed the entire system and adjust the brakes accordingly. If the prior problems I was having remain, I am pretty certain the problem is the master cylinder. But... I'm crossing my fingers and hoping for the best.
Cheers!
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