Re: master cylinder

[fnitz]

I had my Jaguar MC and wheel cylinders sleeved. I'll try to find out who my mechanic used to do the work. Fred TC1353 -----Original Message----- From: mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mick Conde Sent: Wednesday, July 20, 2005 12:11 PM To: davjak@aol.com Cc: MG-TABC@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [mg-tabc] Master cylinder Dave - I agree. I quite using White Post and Apple years ago for the same reasons. I have recently heard of a shop on the west coast near the LA,CA area if I remember correctly that sleeves with 312/316 stainless steel. Anyone know them ? mick davjak@aol.com wrote:If you do use White Post, inspect the parts carefully when you get them back. My hydraulic components were contaminated with residual brass machining byproducts some were keeping the bleeders from seating. Last time I used them there were no problems; possibly mine were done on Friday? They also want to do the full job. Others will complete the machining and let you rebuild them yourself for additional savings-the route I will take next time. Make sure you mark your parts! I got back some ones' leaking master (reservoir) cylinder along with assorted claw hammer/vise grip/ file marks! Dave TC 5228, TC 5041 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links --------------------------------- Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links

[JohnHWSteedman@aol.com]

For a component as vital as the brake master cylinder, I suggest you throw the old unit in the bin and buy yourself a bronze unit from C&C Parts VOF in the Netherlands. A really sound piece of kit and well worth the money spent. You don't say where you're based, but the company usually visits Silverstone each year and shares the Octagon tent. Best wishes, John Steedman TC 0301 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[MERLIN GARAGES]

I believe in originality but one of the points about a dual circuit is that if any of the wheel cylinders hoses etc fails you still have a brake pedal. I know the handbrake is there but it is also one of the reasons why all modern cars have dual circuit brakes and that was one of the reasons why MG fitted them to the Trials TA's David Darrell TA 0455 Yahoo! Groups Links

[rick storms]

I don't know if they will do the Master cylinder, but I just got my wheel cylinders done from Sierra Specialty Automotive - 3494 Chandler Road, Quincy, CA 95971 - 530-283-1886. They did a magnificent job, the cylinders look like new. Oh, they charged $200 for all four. That included all taxes and return shipping. Rick Storms TC's 6776, 8230 -----Original Message----- From: mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mick Conde Sent: Wednesday, July 20, 2005 12:11 PM To: davjak@aol.com Cc: MG-TABC@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [mg-tabc] Master cylinder Dave - I agree. I quite using White Post and Apple years ago for the same reasons. I have recently heard of a shop on the west coast near the LA,CA area if I remember correctly that sleeves with 312/316 stainless steel. Anyone know them ? mick davjak@aol.com wrote:If you do use White Post, inspect the parts carefully when you get them back. My hydraulic components were contaminated with residual brass machining byproducts some were keeping the bleeders from seating. Last time I used them there were no problems; possibly mine were done on Friday? They also want to do the full job. Others will complete the machining and let you rebuild them yourself for additional savings-the route I will take next time. Make sure you mark your parts! I got back some ones' leaking master (reservoir) cylinder along with assorted claw hammer/vise grip/ file marks! Dave TC 5228, TC 5041 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links --------------------------------- Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Links

[Clive Sherriff]

The bronze units I have seen are grossly heavy objects. I had to order one once due to time pressure and took the precaution of stripping it before fitting and found it to be full of machining swarf and one seal mounted the wrong way round. I dont know how many people make these bronze jobs, or who the maker of this one was was but......be warned to check. The original steel units are still available. Clive =============================================

----- Original Message ----- From: JohnHWSteedman@aol.com> To: SEBRING222@aol.com>; thorlick@sbcglobal.net>; mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 20, 2005 9:02 PM Subject: Re: [mg-tabc] Master cylinder > For a component as vital as the brake master cylinder, I suggest you throw > the old unit in the bin and buy yourself a bronze unit from C&C Parts VOF in the > Netherlands. A really sound piece of kit and well worth the money spent. > > You don't say where you're based, but the company usually visits Silverstone > each year and shares the Octagon tent. > > Best wishes, > > John Steedman > > TC 0301 > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > >

[Mike Duvall]

I've turned my attention to the master cylinder for my TA. I've looked at the lists in the Moss Europe catalog but I can't figure out if there are any differences between the TA and TC models or if there were some different type of after market model. Anyone have advice on buying a kit and where to get it? Thanks, Mike

[ian thomson]

Hi Mike. I believe the tailpiece is different as AFAIK it has a different banjo and bolt. Ian Thomson --------------------------------- All new Yahoo! Mail "The new Interface is stunning in its simplicity and ease of use." - PC Magazine [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Eladdedrok@aol.com]

For what it's worth in checking several master cylinders from TC's and TD's, I have found both holes in the master cylinder bodies to be plugged or partially obstructed with foreign material. I use a welding, cutting torch, tip cleaners to open the holes to their proper diameter. Tip cleaners come in many sizes just make sure you use one that is proper for the hole you are reaming. Be careful as the very small ones can break off and be difficult to remove. It has worked for me on several occasions. Dale TC 9749 **************************************See AOL's top rated recipes (http://food.aol.com/top-rated-recipes?NCID=aoltop00030000000004) [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Eladdedrok@aol.com]

Thanks to all who replied. I did measure from top of frame to top of MC can and it is quite close to 2" as Doug Pelton found 2.11". "TC's Forever" has a diagram showing the rods almost straight which is not obtainable on my car and from the sound of it not found on most TC"s. Brakes work as well as?can be expected for nineteen thirties design. The Master cylinder is up to the top of the cut out of the mount so I will press on as usual. Thanks to all. Dale TC9749 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[joecurto@aol.com]

Speaking of master cylinders I have a used TC master just the can & cylinder & cap no push rod or back mount piece. If anyone is interested in it contact me off list Can is in nice shape cylinder may need a sleeve JOE CURTO INC _www.joecurto.com_ (http://www.joecurto.com/) joecurto@aol.com (718) 762 - 7878 -9-5 EST 22-09 126th Street College Point, NY 11356 In a message dated 8/25/2009 11:21:12 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, Eladdedrok@aol.com writes: Thanks to all who replied. I did measure from top of frame to top of MC can and it is quite close to 2" as Doug Pelton found 2.11". "TC's Forever" has a diagram showing the rods almost straight which is not obtainable on my car and from the sound of it not found on most TC"s. Brakes work as well as?can be expected for nineteen thirties design. The Master cylinder is up to the top of the cut out of the mount so I will press on as usual. Thanks to all. Dale TC9749 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]