RHD brake master cylinder
- joe14
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RHD brake master cylinder
Hi All,
Anyone know of a reliable supply of RHD brake master cylinders or rebuild kits?
I bought a seal kit from AUTODOC but it’s not right.
I’d be happy with a seal kit, or failing that a replacement or a rebuild service.
Im in Ireland, a uk supplier would suffice too.
Does anyone know if a LHD seal kit is the same?
Anyone know of a reliable supply of RHD brake master cylinders or rebuild kits?
I bought a seal kit from AUTODOC but it’s not right.
I’d be happy with a seal kit, or failing that a replacement or a rebuild service.
Im in Ireland, a uk supplier would suffice too.
Does anyone know if a LHD seal kit is the same?
Re: RHD brake master cylinder
I wouldn't bother with a rebuild kit. New cylinders aren't too expensive and then you are sure it is right.
- joe14
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Re: RHD brake master cylinder
Do you know of a good source for new RHD units?
Uk/Ireland based?
Uk/Ireland based?
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Re: RHD brake master cylinder
Yeah I believe that's the main issue, availability of RHD masters. However, I think there's quite a chance the rebuild kits are the same.
Regards/groeten, Jeroen
Re: RHD brake master cylinder
I just looked it up for 34311120218 and it seems that Autodoc offers the ATE RHD even cheaper than the LHD: https://www.autodoc.co.uk/ate/954295
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Re: RHD brake master cylinder
I ordered the one from eBay, it’s an original ATE part, so perfect replacement.
Not sure how long these will be available in circulation.
Someone on FB suggested getting the old unit refurbished by pastparts.co.uk but the new unit was cheaper and quicker
Not sure how long these will be available in circulation.
Someone on FB suggested getting the old unit refurbished by pastparts.co.uk but the new unit was cheaper and quicker
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Regards/groeten, Jeroen
Re: RHD brake master cylinder
Refurbishment is difficult because of the setup for honing. If we can collect 25 of them, it would probably be cheaper. But since new stuff is still around...
Good luck!
Good luck!
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Re: RHD brake master cylinder
I’ve found a company that rebuilds them. Google past parts, Bury St Edmunds.
They bore out the cylinder then fit a stainless liner and powder coat the outside and all new seals. 3 week lead time.
The price is more than a new master (£170 +vat) but as rhd masters are nearly impossible to find I’ve sent mine off! I’ll post back with results
They bore out the cylinder then fit a stainless liner and powder coat the outside and all new seals. 3 week lead time.
The price is more than a new master (£170 +vat) but as rhd masters are nearly impossible to find I’ve sent mine off! I’ll post back with results
You can't polish a turd.... but you can roll it in glitter!!!!
Re: RHD brake master cylinder
That is indeed the proper way to rework a master cylinder!