Brake Master Cylinder

[zupanj]

I could use some advice on my master cylinder. It's leaking and I am inclined to buy a new one but that may be easier said than done. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with the master cylinder in their car. I ordered one from Pep Boys but when I pulled it out of the box, it looked totally wrong. In fact it looked like a Chevy part though it was the correct number. I sent it back because I want the car to look kind of original. Does anyone have a part number for a new master cylinder that looks right?

I am willing to rebuild it too but I assume it was rebuilt only a few miles ago so I am not sure the core is good. Though I might give it a try.

Thanks for your input.

Jack

 

[69hemibeep]

Jack I did a rebuild on mine, I couldn't find one

 

[Hoosier Bird]

As long as it hasn't been sitting with water in it, the rebuild is very easy............

 

[mac]

you may have to go through in there invetory to find one that matches but at napa they have these.
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Detail ... 56+2056018

also if you want to rebiuld yours get a brake cylinder hone and this kit
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Detail ... 0163925687

very easy.

 

[V269]

Bought mine at Napa here as well. No trouble getting it there. Manual brakes. As for the part number I'll see if I can find one.

 

[Basketcase]

I've always gotten mine at my local Car Quest. He usually has either the bolt on lid, or the newer one with the clip.

 

[Big John]

I think the cover is the only difference and I think its interchangeable. If you have a good cover, you should be able to use it with the new m/c.

 

[zupanj]

John,

You have a good point. I bought one at Pep Boys but the cover was wrong so I gave it back. I never thought about switching covers. Duh!

 

[roadrunnerh]

Not sure either, but is the "divider" on the body of the master cylinder drilled for the other lid?

I've seen rebuild kits (Year One) I know, they're $$$, and I have friends who had good luck with these.

 

[SomeCarGuy]

Car Quest sold me one that had the clip cap on it, worked just fine on a 69 Bee a few years ago.

I would look at an aluminum one and convert it to the two stud style.