I can't say for sure what the cause was, but I have had brake line failures
that the mechanics have told me was due to rusting from the inside. It
seems to happen at a low point in the line. This wasn't on Brit cars
though. It was on cars that saw regular winter service.
RD
>From: "JB@comcast" <justbrits@comcast.net>
>
><<It would be interesting to poll the groups to see if anyone has ever had
>a
>brake failure due to fluid.>>
>
>Yep. Forgot to do my Big Healey well into 3rd year, Bob. Rear cyls both
>went at roughly same time whilst headed down LONG and not too steep with
>few curves.
>
>NOT a "pleasant" feeling!! Since then, EVERY year = Full Change. PERIOD.
>
>And like Colin, SOP for Customer cars.
>
>Ed
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