luckygti
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Aug 24, 2012 21:02:01 GMT
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Just changed the servo, master cylinder etc on the 205 and have just tried refitting the brake reservoir  But I can't get it to seat properly inside the rubbers. Any tips? |
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Aug 24, 2012 21:27:23 GMT
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They can be a curse word, never done a 205 but ive done a few cars like 106s which I bet aren't a long way off seemed to take far more force than I was comfortable putting on the plastic resovoirs (especially with new seals), and then they occasionally turned the seals inside out on the way in.
I'd try just using a splash of brake fluid as a "lube" on the seals. its not much cop as a lube but it's worked for me and doesn't introduce anything foreign into the system.
If that doesn't work try a little bit of normal grease. It's worked as a last resort and the little bit left in the reservoir didn't cause any issues.
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Aug 24, 2012 21:30:17 GMT
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like cobblers said! bit of lube is the way forward!I normally find going in at a angle helps,
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luckygti
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Aug 24, 2012 22:01:01 GMT
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Thanks chaps, I'll give it a bash in the morning  |
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But I can't get it to seat properly inside the rubbers. Any tips?
