Re: Leaky Master Cylinder Questions?

[Paul Heneghan <paul.heneghan@bbc.co.uk>]

From: Chad Frederick <fredie@u.washington.edu>

>Resently my master cylinder on my 86 4kcs Q has began leaking break fluid.

>I was wondering for those of you who are familiar with these problems, do
>I have to replace the whole master cylinder or can I just replace the
>gasket? 

The problem is probably between your reservoir and the master cylinder.
There are a couple of rubber grommets that seal the connection.  If you can
get the reservoir off in one piece, they should be easy to replace.  I'm
living with my very slow leak at the moment.

Paul
84 80q
89 100 Avant

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