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Dec 20, 2003 | 01:37 PM

Edzred72

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72 Vac Tank Install Tips

Car did not have the headlight vac tank. I bought one and will attempt install.
Is there a way to unbolt the master cylndr and move it out of the way without disconnecting the brake lines, then remove the pwr brake resvr to install the vac tank? Any and all tips appreciated....
Thanks Guys
Eddie

Dec 20, 2003 | 02:09 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (Silvr77)

If you unbolt the side louver and take it out, the job will be much easier.

Larry

Dec 20, 2003 | 02:51 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (lbell101)

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If you unbolt the side louver and take it out, the job will be much easier. Larry

Have you tried this yourself????? I didn't think there would be enough room to get it out even if you removed the cannister and the shield........just curious... :cheers:

Dec 20, 2003 | 03:37 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (standup)

Many times. It's not really difficult.

Larry

Dec 20, 2003 | 03:58 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (lbell101)

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If you unbolt the side louver and take it out, the job will be much easier.

Larry

Are you talking about the original 3 port 72 Vac tank monster (not the replacement coffee can type) fitting through the louver cut out? Others have tried that with no success. What's your secret???
Eddie

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Dec 20, 2003 | 04:08 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (Silvr77)

No, I don't think it would fit through there.
I'm simply stating that I believe you will find it easier to mount and to work around it if you take the insert out.
I've done this to work in the area myself and it makes it easier for me.
It just gives you better access and viewing. But doing it is completely up to you.

Just a tip in response to your "Any and all tips appreciated...."

Larry

Dec 20, 2003 | 04:43 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (Silvr77)

hi ...

I have done the job on two other vettes ...

no easy solution ...

I removed master and booster - it is PIA but in the long run - makes the job pretty painless.

Just figure taking a Saturday to do it ...

My 2 cents ....

Bill

Dec 20, 2003 | 05:30 PM

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Re: 72 Vac Tank Install Tips (lbell101)

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I believe you will find it easier to mount and to work around it if you take the insert out.

Larry

:iagree: Sounds good Larry. Thanks... :cheers: I was afraid there was no easy way. I just don't want to have to fill & bleed the brakes afterward, so I'm going to try and keep those lines connected to the Master cylndr and just move it out of the way.
Eddie