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Old Sep 23, 2010 | 06:56 PM
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So I changed my brake fluid then left for 6 months, came home and the brakes are really mushy. I've done this many times over the last 5 yrs and never had this happen.
Looked at the fluid and it is very murky already, even though the fluid only has like 100miles on it. I did notice that the rubber seal boot thingy under the cap has a hole at the bottom. I think this allowed water to soak into the brake fluid while it was sitting.
Changed fluid and the brakes are good again, but now I need to get a new rubber thingy. Dealer says I can only buy the whole assembly. any thoughts??
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 02:24 AM
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 04:06 PM
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Hi There,
The dealer is correct. Heres the p/number 18060785.My dealer says $384.20. for the m/cylinder.Gene Cully may provide you with a better price.
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 04:27 PM
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PM me your name and address and I will send you a rubber seal for free. A savings of $384.20.
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 05:52 PM
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Go to your local NAPA auto parts store. You can purchase the cap seal for $1.98 + tax. Screw the stealership.
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Hi There,
What is the napa p/number?
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