Clutch Question

[MG_Midget_74]

I am new here, however I have owned my '74 Midget for about 30 years. I discovered that by closing the vent hole on the clutch master cylinder hole, the one in the cap, my clutch travel improved. I know why would this be, got me, but it was real, any thoughts?

 

[Trevor Jessie]

Helping a leaking seal build and retain pressure?

 

[Trevor Jessie]

Oh, BTW ... Welcome to the Forum.

 

[MG_Midget_74]

Helping a leaking seal build and retain pressure?

The master, is not leaking and was rebuilt by Apple Hydr, about a year ago, the slave is probably leaking and will be dealt with when the season ends. The master leaking and sealing the hole makes sense, the slave does not.

 

[MG_Midget_74]

Oh, BTW ... Welcome to the Forum.

Thank you.

 

[PeterC]

You are essentially holding your thumb over the end of the straw. I suspect that the slave cylinder is not fully retracting giving the feel of better pedal travel. I wouldn't keep doing that were I you.

However, a useful "trick" when you get around to replacing the slave or working on any other hydraulic component is to fill the master and cover the reservoir with a plastic bag then put the cap on. This way, when you undo a hose or line, very little fluid will drip out, and bleeding time will be minimal to almost non-existent. (especially if you install the slave with the piston pushed all the way in)

And..... welcome aboard!

Peter C.