I just got SRL10160 back on the road after a ton of work inside the engine bay. One of the only things that remains untouched/un-replaced in there is the master brake cylinder.
I have mushy brakes. There's clearly a leaking master brake cylinder plus the rear brake reservoir went completely dry in the last 5-10 miles. There are no other leaking parts that I can find after careful inspection. I've researched this topic quite a bit today on this site (thanks for all of your contributions!) and I have narrowed my options to the ones listed below.
In trying to balance price vs. likelihood of doing this right the first time, I am wondering if anyone has: 1) used a Datsun 510 master cylinder in their roadster?, or 2) tried a rebuild kit or a re-manufactured part, only to have to bite the bullet and buy an entire new, OEM part?
I'm leaning toward the rebuild kit but that's not free and there's a huge price range for these options. If you have any insight I would love the advice!
- Dean's Major Rebuild Kit for $119 (plus it looks like I would need to source my own new bleed screws)
- A re-manufactured part from a reputable EBay seller for $175 ($215 adds adjustable push rod)
- Dean's OEM New Part for $858 (yikes!)