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Old 03-22-2008, 08:56 PM   #1
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Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

I have a 1971 that needs to either have the Master Cylinder rebuilt or replaced. If I decide to rebuild, are there any special tools that required? Also, is it difficult? Difference in price $20 for rebuild kit vs $60 to replace.

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Old 03-22-2008, 08:57 PM   #2
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Re: Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

I've never rebuilt a chevy master, but I've done lots of Toyotas. If the bore is good, then just install the new parts. If you need a hone to clean it up, consider buying a new master.
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Old 03-22-2008, 11:15 PM   #3
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Re: Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

I've never seen a master cylinder cost more than 25 bucks for these trucks. did you call any other parts stores?
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Old 03-22-2008, 11:49 PM   #4
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Re: Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

I just paid $17.48 for a 1972 disk/drum master cylinder from Advance Auto Parts.

Unless your master is original and you want to keep it original, I wouldn't bother rebuilding it.

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Old 03-23-2008, 12:33 AM   #5
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Re: Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

The dual master cyl. is harder to rebuild then the old single ones, & the kits are high. It's better to get a reman.
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Old 03-23-2008, 01:09 AM   #6
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Re: Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

Doesn't make sense to rebuild when new ones are so cheap.
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Old 03-23-2008, 01:11 AM   #7
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Old 03-23-2008, 04:12 AM   #8
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Re: Rebuilding a Master Cylinder

i paid $17 for mine for my 69 last spring at o'rileys
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