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Just bought a 66 Sprite and have already learned a lot here just tonight. First car as a teen was a 77 Midget so I feel like I'm going back in time.

Have just started the tear down, mostly front suspension and brakes/master cylinder.

I have two initial questions: 1. I have the 7/8 master cylinder and the clutch had to be pushed to the floor to work; brakes the same. Should I resleeve to the 3/4?
2. Any tips on removing the inner wishbone fulcrum pin? That's all I have left to remove in the suspension!

Thanks.

Richard Cunningham
Knoxville, TN
 
Hi Richard and welcome to our forum! We have a lot of Sprite owners here so I'm sure you will find all the help you could ever want!

Basil
 
Welcome Richard.

If the inner fulcrum pin gives me any resistance, I just saw it off (with a Sawzall) and replace it with a new one. If you put too much strain on it, you will damage the thin, steel chassis tabs that hold the wishbone to the frame.

G'luck.
 
Hi There Richard;

Welcome from the Pocono Mtns of PA:

You have found the right Road to Success in Bringing your Sprite back to Life:

Have Fun and Post some Pics;

Regards, Russ
 
Welcome indeed, Richard! Good to have another Tennessean in the mix.

Not that Nial's response is lacking, but be sure to post your question on the Spridget section; you'll get lots of help, and meet fellow owners.

Mickey
 
Thanks Nial, I bought the Milwaukee Sawzall and now have both A-arms removed and ready to start rebuilding the front suspension.
 
SAWZALL!!!! Ooh-ooh!!

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Welcome to the Last Word in support forums for LBC's, Richard!
 
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