Re: [Roadsters] !966 1600 Brake Master Cylinder help

[Linda via Datsun-roadsters <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>]

Karp's is great for brake cylinders too. 
What was approx cost for rsleeving brake cylinder?
I got a 510 master with an adapter per 311 list years ago, works great.
LindaOn Mar 7, 2016 4:10 PM, Charles Hubbard via Datsun-roadsters 
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> Mick,
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> I would have it sleeved in stainless steel and rebuild it.  This is a more 
> permanent fix. These cars sit for long periods of time.  The combination of 
> a steel piston with an aluminum cylinder is a recipe for  corrosion.  I 
> decided that it's a waste of money to buy new cylinders when the OEM is a bad 
> design.  Put the master in a vice, apply some heat with a propane torch to 
> the outside and use a large screw driver twist the cylinder until it breaks 
> free.  If it's locked up tight, spray rust eater into it and let it soak 
> overnight.  Once it is broken free and moving, you may be able to get it out 
> with some needle-nose vice grips and a lot of patience.  Smacking it onto a 
> block of wood can also get it loose and moving.  You can also try compressed 
> air to blow it out, but be VERY careful to point it toward a foam pad or 
> something soft, as it can and probably will come out like a bullet.
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> I used Karps Power Brake Service for all of my wheel cylinders and they did 
> an excellent job.  Here is their URL:  http://www.karpspowerbrake.com/
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> A little patience will pay off.  Good luck!
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> Respectfully,
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> Charlie Hubbard
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> From: Datsun-roadsters [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On 
> Behalf Of David Patten via Datsun-roadsters
> Sent: Monday, March 07, 2016 9:24 AM
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> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] !966 1600 Brake Master Cylinder help
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> Mick,
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> You may be able to use an aftermarket racing master cylinder from someone 
> like Wilwood or Tilton Engineering as a replacement. These can be bought in 
> multiple sizes. 
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> These have a 3/8" thread x 3/16" line with an inverted flare for the brake 
> line connection and a 2.25" bolt spacing (typical of most vertical Datsun 2 
> bolt patterns masters), so it should bolt to the firewall with little 
> effort. You may need to come up with a new clevis arrangement to attach it to 
> the pedal. 
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> Just a possible option.
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> Sent: Monday, March 7, 2016 7:40:11 AM
> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] !966 1600 Brake Master Cylinder help
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> Mick,
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> I'd check with Les at Classic Datsun or one of the other usual suspects 
> regarding the M/C, but I suspect substituting isn't an easy option. Check 
> the vendor section of 311s.org for a list. AFAIK, Ross is still in business.
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> Regarding making your own hard lines, there may be some threads in the 
> 311s.org forums about that, and there are definitely a lot of generic sites 
> on the web. Just remember the Roadsters used SAE fittings, not metric.
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> HTH,
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> Ron
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> On Sun, Mar 6, 2016 at 8:33 PM, mick hayes via Datsun-roadsters 
> <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net> wrote:
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>> Great forum
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>> Can i buy a brake master cylinder from another car, that fits my 1600?. Or, 
>> does anyone have one to sell?. The current unit a Girling 70 has seized. 
>> Also, any good articles on making your own brake lines, would be good. 
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>> My 1600, is 50 years old. I have owned it for 17 years, but have known it 
>> for 25 years. In all that time i have only driven it twice. I am determined 
>> to get her on the road this year, so any help, would be grateful. 
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>> Major parts needed
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>> Low windshield...expensive
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>> Gasket kits
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>> fuel sender unit
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>> Is, Ross Mullen Sport/Imports out of Vancouver still in business?
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>> Thanks
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>> Mick
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