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Subject:master cylinder
From:Troy
Date:Fri, 13 Apr 2007 11:50:09 -0800

Hi folks:

I got my rear brakes adjusted, and still have a lot of excess brake travel. One pump of the pedal, and all is fine, but in an emergency I don't know if I could lock up the wheels or not.  Someone else mentioned this was related to the master cylinder, so... is there a how-to link somewhere, or where can I get additional info on how to install the MC. I will of course go through the Bentley, but they assume a certain amount of mechanical experience, and I've never replaced a master cylinder before.

Second, I would like to build one of the pressurized brake bleeders that were mentioned on this list. Does anyone know what size MC reservoir cap I need? Is this a stock item that can be picked up at my FLAPS or where do I find one?

Thx,

Troy
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