Hey again - below is a reply I got on the idea of removing the return spring
on the brake pedal. This was off list so I thought I would forward. If you
remember a friend almost "lost it all" when the E-clip broke due to high
return spring forces.
"Nissan recognized the problem themselves and installed positive stop
brackets on all Z cars equipped with
just such a spring. These brackets have a tough rubber tipped 6 mm bolt
which is jamb nutted to allow for precise adjustment. The only thing
between a roadster owner and an absolutely no hydraulic braking situation is
a
small internal E-clip which holds the plunger in position between braking
cycles. The addition of these positive stops was deemed necessary on Z
cars, why not Roadsters? Simple evolution of the design process. A
definite betterment. If they don't want to remove the springs, why not at
least err on the side of caution and install a positive stop bracket?"
Happy Roadstering
Phil
SEROC
PS -Now this is embarrassing - didn't get my reservation in at the Hampton
for RA - anyone got a floor me and Alan can barrow - will pay.
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