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Brake fluid leak @ booster


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I have fluid slowly seeping from where the master fluid reservoirs bolt up to the booster. I replaced the smaller booster a year or so ago and don't remember.  Maybe it was sealant type gasket, silicone or something similar.

It sat for a couple of months then I finally drove it only to find a huge oily spot on the floor.  The front's bigger reservoir was empty but not the smaller one for the rear's.  I put a mirror under there and it's wet coming down from the crack between the masters and the booster.  Seems like something should be there?

Thanks for any ideas/helpful comments. Cliff

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Hey Site---

You didn't say whether or not it was a rebuild of the master cylinder.

My suspicion is that, if it was re-built, the cylinder bore is pitted and has chaffed the seals.

 Bite the bullet--- put an end to it and get a new master cylinder.

Glad you weren't drifting a hairpin when it gave loose. :TRUCDEOUF:

We at CZCC kinda like you and want you around for some time to come.  Brakes are pretty damned important:excl:

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Thank you guys!  It's the original master cylinder so rebuild or replace is in my future.  It's not bad yet and I  check the level before driving but it's curling the paint up underneath.  I'll shove a rag under there for now.

Thanks again, you all are the best. Cliff

Zup, a few people won't like this but I'm here until the end.  :beer:

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