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Post by cholovack on Mar 8, 2013 9:10:47 GMT -5
Just purchased a 1975 Bradley GT. Needs a new brake master cylinder. Have not had much luck finding any from VW or any other distributers that works. The problem is finding one with check valves. Any help would be very appreciated. Thanks!
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Post by jspbtown on Mar 8, 2013 14:00:13 GMT -5
master cylinders are a dime a dozen on mail order or at your local parts stores. What is the issue you are having? Why check valves?
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Post by Dan MacMillan on Mar 9, 2013 15:58:11 GMT -5
Brakes do not use check valves, EVER. The VW master cyl has brake light switches that are purchased separately. There are basically 2 types. Early has one switch, one inlet and 3 outlets. Bad idea on VWs part as any leak leads to total brake failure. They look like this,  Later {67 to 77} has 2 inlets 3 outlets and 2 switches. with 2 separate reservoir sections. If either front or rear fails you still have the other. Both masters fit all Beetles.  The third digit if the VW vin stamped on the shifter tunnel will tell you the year. Either way go with the later master and route lines accordingly. All parts are available at cip1.com .ca if you are in Canada www2.cip1.com/searchresults.asp?cat=1091 switches are here www2.cip1.com/searchresults.asp?cat=1745 If you do not make use of the Beetle dash mounted warning light just buy the 2 prong switches. Makes wiring a lot easier. There is a big bore master of the later design that is claimed for disk brakes. Do not use it as it increases pedal effort when stopping. Super Beetle masters will not fit a Standard Beetle. A direct fit reservoir is now available to mount on top of the later masters www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=VWC%2D113%2D611%2D301%2DDCC  Note there are metal tubes that surround the mounting bolts between the bulkhead sides. Do not loose them as they provide support for mounting the master. Also make sure you properly adjust the pedal pushrod free play before bleeding the brakes. |
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