Jarl
I was really refering to rebuilds that involve just replacing the
rubbers. I have no experience at all with resleaving of cylinders. I didn't
even know this was a possibility so I defer to your greater knowledge on
that.
Nick
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From: deboer
To: Nick Pitt
Cc: mgs
Subject: Re: No clutch no more.
Date: 13 January 1997 17:45
Nick Pitt wrote:
>
> I would say apply the same rules here as I suggested a while back for
> brake hydraulics. If the cylinder is leaking then replace it. Repair kits
> are really only suitable for maintaining cylinders at the recomended
service
> intervals. I have used them for repairs in the past to leaking cylinders
and
> never achieved a lasting repair.
>
I have to disagree. The key is to be able to distinguish between a
"rebuildable" and one that isn't. If it is OK the service life is as
good as a new one if the repair technique is correct. Clutch slave
cylinders and master cylinders wear a LOT more than brake ones due to
the greater frequency of use and the full length stroke on every
application so they need replacement more frequently - especially the
aluminum slave since it runs in a "dirty" environment.
Cast iron cylinders that are resleeved with brass are actually "better
than new" since they barely wear and don't corrode. They can then be
rebuilt practically indefinitely. They make sleeving a better deal than
replacing with new ones. Jarl
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