RAC68
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As most are aware, I have been in search of missing brake fluid for more than a week and have started rebuilding all active components (Booster, Rear Cylinders, and Calipers) and inspecting all lines and connectors. Today, while installing the rebuilt booster and right caliper, I noticed some odd shadows around the back a-frame fulcrum. After closer inspection, I noticed these shadows were produced by a tare in the frame that extended from the engine mount and along the inner and lower sides of the fulcrum attachment.
Although the location is quite difficult to access, I could probably tack weld the remaining metal to close the gap and reconnect. However, I would like to reinforce this area as the sheet metal is probably weak from rusting from the inside for the past 48 years. Has anyone had to do this and could provide some direction.
The brake fluid issue has been frustrating in itself and now this frame problem only amplifies this feeling. I guess, if you look at it in a positive way, my brake fluid pursuit saved me from finding the frame tare when the suspension collapses on a high speed turn.
Pictures tomorrow.
Ray (64BJ8P1)
Although the location is quite difficult to access, I could probably tack weld the remaining metal to close the gap and reconnect. However, I would like to reinforce this area as the sheet metal is probably weak from rusting from the inside for the past 48 years. Has anyone had to do this and could provide some direction.
The brake fluid issue has been frustrating in itself and now this frame problem only amplifies this feeling. I guess, if you look at it in a positive way, my brake fluid pursuit saved me from finding the frame tare when the suspension collapses on a high speed turn.
Pictures tomorrow.
Ray (64BJ8P1)