Re: Bendix Treadle Vac failure (Easamatic)

Posted by Warren J. Erickson On 2011/9/19 18:58:08

To PackardV8:

I've owned the car since 1971. Put on about 5,000 miles, in that time. So approximately 2,500 miles in the last 20 years. Staten Island is no fun to drive in, too much gridlock. I take it to local shows and an occational jaunt to Jersey. The car is in a non-heated garage with a concrete floor. Always under cover.

This car is well maintained by me. I don't have a lift, so It's done with 4 jack stands and a creeper. I know that Dot3/4 brake fluid has an affinity to water. I usually run new fluid through it every 3-4 years.

The car is put away for now. When I pull the BTV, I'll try to determine the failure and keep you posted.