Break Questions

[dadandson]

Last week I just finished installing the Performance Break Hoses from Vicks and the break pedal never felt better. Today, the MC is half empty, and appears to be leaking on one of he seals on the bottom, or out the back where it is connected to the Break Booster. Does anyone think it could be the Booster, or is it most likely the MC?

Also, I read a lot about bench bleeding before putting the MC in, can anyone ell me how to do this, or if it is truly necessary?

Thanks

[ventura ace]

The power booster uses vacuum, to assist the master cylinder that uses brake fluid. There should be no brake fluid in the booster. So, if you are leaking brake fluid, it cannot be a booster problem. See http://www.misterfixit.com/brakbld1.htm for an explanation of bench bleeding.

Alvon

[dadandson]

Thanks - looks like I will call Vick's on Monday to order some parts!