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Date:         Fri, 17 Mar 2006 12:17:56 -0500
Reply-To:     Wesley Pegden <wes@CS.UCHICAGO.EDU>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Wesley Pegden <wes@CS.UCHICAGO.EDU>
Subject:      Re: Frozen slave cylinder
Comments: To: Jim Stout <jstout@PERRYJUDDS.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <9A9A9F36B5E1DA488FDC6AC83157B48431FB66@corp-exch-01.pjinet.com>
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My memory of this job is vague, but I don't think it was too difficult. Biggest trouble was access to some of the bolts, I think. If you have trouble with access to something from under the van, try going through the engine compartment. Also, maybe other listees will confirm this, but I think it's important to use DOT 4 fluid, (not DOT 5) when you fill up and bleed the system.

Also, don't underestimate how long it will take to bleed the system. You'll need a helper for that part too.

Good luck, Wes

Jim Stout wrote: > Well it finally warmed up here in Wisconsin last weekend so I decided to give the old Vanagon a little exercise. > To my dismay, I found that the cold weather must have done some damage to the slave cylinder. There is a little > fluid on the garage floor under the rear of the van and I have no clutch action. I am very inexperienced but after lurking > on this list for several months I've decided brave the replacement myself. From looking through the archives I gather that I should replace the master cylinder while I am at it. Is there anything else I should be replacing while I have my wallet open? > In addition, there appears to be different kinds of master cylinders for sale. Could someone recommend a specific brand or type? > Thanks > Jim Stout > 1982 A/C 2L Westy-"Cyann" > >


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