Clutch... Brake fluid?

[roostafish]

I want to use my AJP cylinder and lever as a left hand rear brake. I'd like to switch out the mineral oil for Brake fluid.

Question: Where do I get the proper seals for the cylinder (I don't know whether to call it a master or slave at this point) to use DOT 4 brake fluid?

 

[stainlesscycle]

did you contact

http://www.ajpamerica.com/index.html

that's where i got my rebuild kit..

 

[roostafish]

Thank you!

I also learned that if you use DOT 5 Silicone brake fluid, it will not attack the seals for mineral oil. What you must do with this is fully flush all the old fluids out, then reflush after a couple of uses to insure there is no fouling of the contents.

I love the internet, most questions answered.

 

[Rick]

not to highjack the thread.......08 EC250????

 

[roostafish]

Needed a current model for ISDE just in case I need a part. Nothing wrong with the 3 hunny, it just made sense. Besides, over a long long race, the 250 is less tiring.

'08 EC 250, Rekluse, going to try the left hand rear brake. Updates to come.

 

[GMP]

Get the older clutch master rebuild kit (pre '05 I think, pre '04 I'm sure), when the clutches used DOT3 or 4. Don't forget the rubber piece under the master cyl cap.

What I have heard works really well is to use a master cyl from an ATV, which was designed for brake use.

 

[stainlesscycle]

anyone know if the 16x18 radial masters will work ? they are dirt cheap on ebay (brembo knockoffs), i've not done the math to see if they will be too big cylinder for clutch master cylinder use...