Solidified Brake fluid in master cylinder

Posted by Ramon R. On 2009/10/21 6:41:35

Hello all,

I have a 1953 Patrician with a straight 8 that has been sitting covered in a garage for about 10 years. Before it was parked it was repainted and the motor was rebuilt. Also, the braking system was re-done (new lines, new wheel cylinders, hardware kit, brake linings, etc.) I recently pulled it out of "storage" and found that the brake fluid has turned to a crusty gel in the master cylinder:( I scooped as much as I could out of the master cylinder and now I don't know the best way to clean the lines and other components. Any advice would be GREATLY appreciated!:)
Thanks in advance.