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Jim Brierley · 09-10-2021, 12:34 PM

First do as 40 Deluxe says. I had a faulty, brand new M/cyl., had to get a second one and all was fine. Don't listen the the guys that think mechanicals are the way to go, they are a lot of trouble and require a lot of maintenance, and even when they are good, they are not near as good as hydraulics. Early Ford hydraulics are designed for a much heavier car than the A is, so are much better. I recommend silicone fluid, DOT-5, as it rejects moisture and your cylinders will last much longer than with other fluids. 1" is the standard size used in your system, you can use a 7/8" bore cylinder for a softer pedal.

09-10-2021, 12:34 PM	#16
Jim Brierley Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 4,088	Re: Early Ford Hydraulic brakes in 1931 Fordor First do as 40 Deluxe says. I had a faulty, brand new M/cyl., had to get a second one and all was fine. Don't listen the the guys that think mechanicals are the way to go, they are a lot of trouble and require a lot of maintenance, and even when they are good, they are not near as good as hydraulics. Early Ford hydraulics are designed for a much heavier car than the A is, so are much better. I recommend silicone fluid, DOT-5, as it rejects moisture and your cylinders will last much longer than with other fluids. 1" is the standard size used in your system, you can use a 7/8" bore cylinder for a softer pedal.