[DeTomaso] Mushy brakes

[Don Franck]

Thanks Jack.

On 3/15/08, JDeRyke at aol.com <JDeRyke at aol.com> wrote:
>
> In a message dated 3/14/08 12:16:41 PM, panteradon at gmail.com writes:
>
> We have rebuilt all the wheel cylinders and put new pads on.  I still have
> very mushy brakes.  Is there anything else to do other than the master
> cylinder?
>
> If I need to replace the master cylinder, what are your recommendations?
> I only drive on the street.
>
> Be extremely sure all the bleeder screws are pointed up; having only one
> screw pointed down will prevent air removal and give mushiness. Possibly,
> the master cylinder is bypassing pressure. There are no reliable rebuild
> kits, so new/stock is your first choice.  And thanks to our lawyers,
> Bendix-Italia will not sell only the master cylinder; total replacement is
> the only option if you want stock. I personally like the GM conversion
> system sold by the Byars. It is also a total bolt-in, is slightly larger
> than stock for a bit more braking, and actually costs a little less than a
> stock replacement. The GM master cylinder is hard-anodized aluminum for more
> corrosion protection than stock cast iron. Finally, consider changing all
> the brake hoses, too; nothing lasts forever and they do soften with age and
> smog. Then under braking pressure, they swell, giving a soft pedal. Good
> luck- J Deryke
>
>
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