M/C question
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Road Master
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M/C question
If you believe the master cylinder to the front break is bad, do you replace the entire unit, or get one of those rebuild kits? Maybe a dumb question, but I've never opened up a m/c before.
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If the MC in good shape - rebuild it..., cheaper..., and not hard
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Stripped cover screw..., stripped banjo bolt threads..., cracked housing - no
Leaking seals..., broke / sticking plunger..., weak spring..., leaking cover gasket - yes
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A few tidbits from my adventures...
Don't use metal picks to dig out the old seals.
Don't roll or pinch the new seals during installation, lube with compatible brake fluid and watch closely.
Pay careful attention to all part orientations.
Take pictures during teardown.
Bench bleed the MC before you attach the line(s).
Clean enough may not be clean enough.
Have extra screws and/or clips handy.
Don't f'k up the brake switch.
Be prepared for bleeding to give you a headache.
Drink lots of beer (but remain clear headed!) and have fun!
Don't use metal picks to dig out the old seals.
Don't roll or pinch the new seals during installation, lube with compatible brake fluid and watch closely.
Pay careful attention to all part orientations.
Take pictures during teardown.
Bench bleed the MC before you attach the line(s).
Clean enough may not be clean enough.
Have extra screws and/or clips handy.
Don't f'k up the brake switch.
Be prepared for bleeding to give you a headache.
Drink lots of beer (but remain clear headed!) and have fun!
Last edited by cggorman; Mar 25, 2017 at 10:31 PM.
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Road Master
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M/C question
Going to try and pick up the kit today at the local shop. I also read that Harley issued a recall for the 2012 master cylinder banjo bolt fittings, but if course they told me my particular VIN wasn't one of them. So maybe I'm not the only one having issues.
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So, before I proceed with the rebuild kit, I thought I'd try to rule some other things out. I pulled the front caliper and sprayed/cleaned it up real good with brake cleaner. Pistons seem to be operating fine. I just put a
new cover on the m/c, but it started raining like hell so I haven't been able to get out and ride it. If none of this makes a difference, I'll install the kit next.
new cover on the m/c, but it started raining like hell so I haven't been able to get out and ride it. If none of this makes a difference, I'll install the kit next.