Brake servo

[WildStag]

Christmas job (if not too cold) is to replace (I am not tempted to attempt to replace the seals) my master brake cylinder in time for the next MOT (due February 2008).

While the unit is out, do I whip the servo out and replace or refurb it(using one of the service kits) or do I leave well alone? Tin can is looking a bit tatty though so I may give it a spray of hammerite. The front disks and pads were replaced in April so should be OK but what else should I think of doing? Replace brake hoses with braided if I replace the servo? Replace bulkhead insulation pad (but does the engine get in the way)?

Grateful for all (legal) suggestions . . .

[toneil461]

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If the servo is working well "Leave Alone" just repaint.

Terry..

[stustag]

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As Terry said leave well alone if working, if refurbishing the master cylinder check the bore for size and any scores, if marked or even a few microns oversize or oval exchange it for a new one. You only have one brake master cylinder and no brakes if it fails!:shock:

Recommend steel braided hoses as they make the brakes feel and perform great.

Stuart

[GDPR]

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Mine has a 3 series BMW servo and brake cylinder fitted - an alternative to think about - the brakes are fantastic on mine, as that kid that ran out in the road in front of me at lunchtime will testify...........:shock:Locked all 4 wheels with ease.

[mjheathcote]

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toneil461 wrote:

If the servo is working well "Leave Alone" just repaint.

Terry..

Agree there, just repaint.