Worse case scenario, find an adjustable replacement. I would be
surprised if someone out there putting big brakes on hasn't already
done it.

On Dec 11, 2007, at 9:34 AM, Allan Streib wrote:

> kenwilfy@comcast.net writes:
>
>> Yes this is the brake pressure regulator and they seem to rust
>> really badly.  I guess it is because they are made of cast iron and
>> they are not painted or even plated from the factory.  A new one
>> runs around $95 but I am not sure if they are still available from
>> VW or not.
>
> A couple of the part sites list them, other show them as currently
> N/A.  Mine's so rusty it looks like it is about to crumble to dust.
> Would it be advisable to replace, or do they have enough excess
> material to tolerate the decay?
>
> Problem is compounded because I bet I'd have to cut the brake lines to
> get the old one out.
>
> Allan