Those who have been following this blog for some time will remember that back in March I mentioned the multiple brake reservoir location options. At that time I decided to wait until the engine was installed so that I could determine a location which would provide accessibility and keep the transfer hoses away from direct heat.The final decision was to mount the reservoirs centrally on the firewall, on checking the height of the master cylinders I was surprised of how low I was able to mount the cylinders and still keep the reservoir bodies the highest point of the system. (Replenishment brake fluid is gravity fed into the system)
A hole saw opened up the inner driver foot box and 1” grommets were used to protect the hose from rubbing. The banjo fittings provide a simple 90 degree joint for the hose.Only 2 small leaks were found in the system, both being at the “T” joints (3 connections) which divert brake fluid to the driver and passenger side calipers. These were tightened up and the brake system bled of air.
Remember always start at the caliper furthest from the master cylinder working towards the nearest, in this case the order is, rear passenger caliper, rear driver side caliper, front passenger caliper, front driver side caliper.DOT5 synthetic brake fluid was used, although there are those who scorn this type of fluid, the fact that it does not function as paint stripper if spilled, easily out ways any slight down side.
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