Clutch liquid problem in '92
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2nd Gear
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From: Mexico City MEX
Clutch liquid problem in '92
I own a 92 Convertible standard.
I have the problem that the liquid has to be chequed very frecuently because the level get low very quickly. Some friends in the area have the same problem. Anyone can explain the source of the problem? Anyone knows of an answer?
Thank you very much
I have the problem that the liquid has to be chequed very frecuently because the level get low very quickly. Some friends in the area have the same problem. Anyone can explain the source of the problem? Anyone knows of an answer?
Thank you very much
Burning Brakes
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From: Jamison PA
Re: Clutch liquid problem in '92 (Etremendus)
There is only three possible places for the fluid to leak. The clutch master cylinder, the hose or the slave cylinder. Check for wetness around those places. Also this may be a normal thing in your part of the continent. Maybe someone from that part of the country can help narrow it down.
Team Owner
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From: San Pedro CA
Re: Clutch liquid problem in '92 (Etremendus)
that is odd... you must have a leak.
what fluid do you add? If you have access to Vavoline's Synthetic Brake Fluid, get it. Clutch's use the same fluid as the brakes.
Sad to say, but if the quality of the Mexican brake fluids is like Pemex, there could be the cause.
it might be worth your effort to mail order a bottle. Its about US$7.00 for a 2 quart (just under 2 liters) bottle.
http://www.valvoline.com/pages/produ...asp?Product=51
[Modified by bogus, 5:18 PM 10/27/2002]
what fluid do you add? If you have access to Vavoline's Synthetic Brake Fluid, get it. Clutch's use the same fluid as the brakes.
Sad to say, but if the quality of the Mexican brake fluids is like Pemex, there could be the cause.
it might be worth your effort to mail order a bottle. Its about US$7.00 for a 2 quart (just under 2 liters) bottle.
http://www.valvoline.com/pages/produ...asp?Product=51
[Modified by bogus, 5:18 PM 10/27/2002]
Instructor
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From: Leesburg VA
Re: Clutch liquid problem in '92 (bogus)
I found my leak after replacing the clutch. The new pressure plate was stiffer, and it caused the seal to let go on the master cylinder when I tested it out. The leak was INSIDE the car, where the M/C shaft comes through the firewall.
Corvette Central had clutch master cylinders for my '94 for $70. All other parts stores in my area wanted $90 to $115. Napa had a rebuild kit orderable for $30. Since I did not know what was in the kit, or if I would need any special tools, I opted for the parts from CC.
Ken
Corvette Central had clutch master cylinders for my '94 for $70. All other parts stores in my area wanted $90 to $115. Napa had a rebuild kit orderable for $30. Since I did not know what was in the kit, or if I would need any special tools, I opted for the parts from CC.
Ken
Drifting
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From: Charleston, WV
Re: Clutch liquid problem in '92 (rockken_vette)
Much like a master cyl kit the clutch master cyl is just a piston with some seals........it's a pretty straightforward deal ......... but if you get it apart and the hard anodizing is worn out of the cylinder bore you need a master anyway. I agree about the quality of fluid down there ........ might want to order some from up here in the states........ :seeya
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2nd Gear
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From: Mexico City MEX
Re: Clutch liquid problem in '92 (vettmech)
First of all, thank you for all your responses to my question.
I will change the fluid to valvoline and look for a leak in the places mentioned. I'll let you know what happend.
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Gabriel Castro
92 Convertible
I will change the fluid to valvoline and look for a leak in the places mentioned. I'll let you know what happend.
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Gabriel Castro
92 Convertible
