New Clutch Master Cylinder

[PATR8]

We had a 4 day pass this past weekend and it ends today so today I had to do some local running (Bank, dentist, lawyer)so I took my 8 out for a jaunt. I had ordered a new master cylinder from Woody last week so I figured it would be here today,so before I left I could see my old one was down a little. On my way home I shifted and felt more play in the clutch and by the time I got home it had given up the ghost. I did a little lawn work and it is oppressive outside. I came in a and did a little work and decided it was time to swap the Master cylinder.

I last 5 minutes before I pulled her into the garage. Only took about 20 minutes but will be nice not having to top off the clutch each time I get gas.

Side note, as I was leaving the dentist a lady pulled in beside me and as I backed out she pointed out there were a few drips of oil on the ground (I assume she is just very attentive because it truly was a few spots). I laughed and said all British cars leak. I explained you just have to keep an eye on the oild level. She then said, well with it losing that much oil, you should never have to change it as it will always be new. With a smug look, she walked off.

I think she may have a point

 

[tdskip]

What fluid did you use - jump to synthetic?

 

[PATR8]

funny you ask, yes I did. Not sure What made me think of doing it

 

[tr8todd]

Did you try to rebuild the one you have? Rebuild kits are cheap and it only takes a few minutes to do. Once the bore gets pitted, you might as well buy a new unit. Had one resleeved with brass a couple of years ago, but that cost twice as much as buying a new one. I like to use the dot 5 silicone on the clutch hydraulics. Doesn't hurt the paint when it spills.

 

[PATR8]

I with the silicone just because I read about it. Sadly, I had a 2 year old master cylinder sitting in my garage from the FHC I had and I forgot about it. So I have a spare and one I will look at tonight and see if it is worth savings