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twoakers
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Brake Master Cylinder
« on: Apr 21st, 2005, 7:03pm » |
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Guys, where can I get an overhaul kit (you know rubber seals etc) for my 1995 Scorpio Ultima?
A few Ford part dealers that I have emailed have said that a kit is not available.
I have been quoted £170.40 inc from fordpartsuk.
The brake pedal is good and the car stops well, excpet that it seems to go down a little bit further when I push hard.......
Any tips or advice would be welcome 
Dave
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craig
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #1 on: Apr 21st, 2005, 7:36pm » |
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did partco used to do something like this ?
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mr._floppy
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #2 on: Apr 21st, 2005, 8:25pm » |
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You seem to be fairly sure that the problem lies with the master cylinder, are the brake calipers up to scratch ? no brake pipe leaks ?
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andyjones
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #3 on: Apr 21st, 2005, 9:32pm » |
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have you tried changing the brake fluid to see if this makes it any better. 
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Paul B
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #4 on: Apr 21st, 2005, 9:46pm » |
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I wouldn't be at all surprised to find that a repair kit wasn't available.
I recently went in search of a repair kit for the rear calipers, and was clearly told by FMD and Partco that there was no such thing any more - for safety reasons - they don't want people playing about with them. They only want you to replace a complete unit. 
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scorpio_man
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #5 on: Apr 21st, 2005, 10:08pm » |
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hi there
tell me about it! i've been running my o/s/r for about 18 months with some black tape holding the 'boot' together! works, well....just about! 
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Snoopy
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #6 on: Apr 22nd, 2005, 7:06am » |
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The information is quite correct . there are NO repair kits made any more on the grounds of safety. ( You might just get some OLD stock in some factors). So I am afraid its a case of bite the bullet and buy new.
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twoakers
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Re: Brake Master Cylinder
« Reply #7 on: Apr 26th, 2005, 10:46pm » |
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Yep, thanks for all the advice guys.
I have now worked out that there is no overhaul kit available.
I have replaced all the flexible hoses (and all 4 discs and pads) Stops really quick now!
I think I have now managed to convince myslef that the master cylinder is OK. It feels the same as a new Volvo brake pedal on cars at work! 
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