[Mgs] Brake Fluid Loss

[Bob Donahue]

I had a "footwell" leak one winter. I was unaware of the source of the leak, 
and diligently kept the reservoir topped up. The Dot 4 brake fluid I use is 
clear and has almost no odor. So, I just assumed the puddle in the footwell 
was melted snow I was tracking into the car. Eventually my feet developed a 
nasty rash that my doctor couldn't explain. I didn't catch on until my shoes 
started to fall apart, they were slowly dissolving! I hope there won't be 
any long term heath issues with my brake fluid exposure.

Beware the footwell leak!

Bob Donahue (Still Stuck in the '50s)
Email - bobmgtd at comcast.net
Cars:       52 MGTD - #17639
               71 MGB - #GHN5UB254361
Member:  NEMGTR #11470
               NAMGBR # 7-3336
               Hoosier MGB Club
               Olde Octagons of Indiana

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Max Heim" <max_heim at sbcglobal.net>
To: "MG List" <mgs at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, June 28, 2009 8:34 PM
Subject: Re: [Mgs] Brake Fluid Loss


> You realize, of course, that the fluid level will naturally go down as the
> brake pads wear, and when you adjust the drum brakes.
>
> Other than that, a possible cause of a "hidden" fluid loss may be between
> the plies of a brake hose -- it may swell up under pressure, but look 
> normal
> when inspected.
>
> You didn't mention inspecting the master cylinder. Any liquid in the
> driver's footwell?
>
> --
>
> Max Heim
> '66 MGB GHN3L76149
> If you're near Mountain View, CA,
> it's the primer red one with chrome wires