Master cylinder teardown
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Master cylinder teardown
Hi Guys,
I'm rebuilding the master cylinder on my 1967 Mercury M100 pickup. This is part of my on going summer project. Today I removed the m/c from the truck. The reservoirs were empty, and covered in surface rust. Not surprising, since it sat for over 15 years before I bought it. When I popped the lid, I had hoped to just add some fresh brake fluid, but it was not to be. When I saw the rust, I knew it had to be rebuilt or replaced. Up here in Canada, Napa quoted me a price of just under $150.00 for a new one. Yikes! The rebuild kit was only $50.00, so I went with that. It should be here in about a week. I dismantled the m/c and took pics here:
http://s694.photobucket.com/albums/v...M100%20pickup/
When the kit comes in I'll take more. The m/c needs to be honed out as well. I'm going to paint it with Tremclad aluminum paint. We'll see how that turns out - never done that before. I just don't like the look of a rusted m/c. Any pointers, words of advise, etc, are always appreciated.
I'm curious though, why manufactures wouldn't use a material other than cast iron. If it weren't for the rust, it wouldn't have to be rebuilt.
Thank,
John
I'm rebuilding the master cylinder on my 1967 Mercury M100 pickup. This is part of my on going summer project. Today I removed the m/c from the truck. The reservoirs were empty, and covered in surface rust. Not surprising, since it sat for over 15 years before I bought it. When I popped the lid, I had hoped to just add some fresh brake fluid, but it was not to be. When I saw the rust, I knew it had to be rebuilt or replaced. Up here in Canada, Napa quoted me a price of just under $150.00 for a new one. Yikes! The rebuild kit was only $50.00, so I went with that. It should be here in about a week. I dismantled the m/c and took pics here:
http://s694.photobucket.com/albums/v...M100%20pickup/
When the kit comes in I'll take more. The m/c needs to be honed out as well. I'm going to paint it with Tremclad aluminum paint. We'll see how that turns out - never done that before. I just don't like the look of a rusted m/c. Any pointers, words of advise, etc, are always appreciated.
I'm curious though, why manufactures wouldn't use a material other than cast iron. If it weren't for the rust, it wouldn't have to be rebuilt.
Thank,
John
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Very interesting on the price. Even at U.S./Canadian exchange that is WAY expensive. Just bought a reman m/c from NAPA for just shy of $27 USD. The part # is 10-1386.This is for a '69 F-250 with manual brakes.
Advance Auto Parts price ranged for $18-$44 USD also.
Much eiser to replace and get some sort of part warranty.
My $.02.
Good luck and happy motoring,
Tim
Advance Auto Parts price ranged for $18-$44 USD also.
Much eiser to replace and get some sort of part warranty.
My $.02.
Good luck and happy motoring,
Tim
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toolman247,
I hear you. Sometimes I'm inclined to buy the new stuff. I'm always concerned it will come from China. Part of the reason I like to rebuild stuff is the learning factor. I've never rebuilt a m/c, so for me learning how to do it gives me satisfaction. I will always try to buy OEM first, then American aftermarket, then anything not made in the third world, then anything that will get me by until I can find the correct part. Through all of this, I have to keep my budget in mind. The difference in the dollar is bad enough, but the shipping charges from some of these companies is outrageous! I also try to shop locally at Napa, because they know me, and they're experienced in the business. I would rather pay a bit more for their service, than give my money to Walmart to save a dime.
OK, I just realized this is turning into a rant... Sorry guys! I'll close by saying I really love this site and all the helpful people on it.
Later,
John
I hear you. Sometimes I'm inclined to buy the new stuff. I'm always concerned it will come from China. Part of the reason I like to rebuild stuff is the learning factor. I've never rebuilt a m/c, so for me learning how to do it gives me satisfaction. I will always try to buy OEM first, then American aftermarket, then anything not made in the third world, then anything that will get me by until I can find the correct part. Through all of this, I have to keep my budget in mind. The difference in the dollar is bad enough, but the shipping charges from some of these companies is outrageous! I also try to shop locally at Napa, because they know me, and they're experienced in the business. I would rather pay a bit more for their service, than give my money to Walmart to save a dime.
OK, I just realized this is turning into a rant... Sorry guys! I'll close by saying I really love this site and all the helpful people on it.
Later,
John
