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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 04:39 PM
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My engine is out and I'm renovating the engine compartment. My original master cylinder is gone and I have a no-name replacement. I don't want to get crazy with a dated replacement, but I'd like to know what repalcements looks original. Delco lists a model 18M72. Any experience with the Delco unit or quality replacements?


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Old Mar 27, 2006 | 04:51 PM
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If I'm not mistaken, the original 72 had bleeder valves on the lower portion (fender side) of each resivouir. I've seen MC's with flats in the casting where the bleeders would go, but are not drilled & tapped for the valves. Sorry...no numbers for ya.
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Originally Posted by Dick72LT1
My engine is out and I'm renovating the engine compartment. My original master cylinder is gone and I have a no-name replacement. I don't want to get crazy with a dated replacement, but I'd like to know what repalcements looks original. Delco lists a model 18M72. Any experience with the Delco unit or quality replacements?


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Dick
Corvette Stainless Steel Brakes now carry brand new "100% correct" master cylinders that they can date for you. They look super authentic too. I believe they are $129.50 WITHOUT the date, which can be added.

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