5KQ Clutch Master Cylinder

[Joshua Van Tol]

On Monday, January 13, 2003, at 06:08  PM, Matt Ammann wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> I've just ordered my 3rd clutch master cylinder
> in 4/5 years for my 87 5KQ. (also ruined the
> third set of shoes). The latest lasted almost
> 2 years.  Any idea why they are leaking so quickly?
>
> thanks,
> Matt
>

Matt,

Are you flushing the brake fluid thoroughly each time? It's possible
the fluid is contaminated with wear particles from the brake system and
the previous failed clutch masters, and this could be causing your
problems.