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Is there a trick to the wheel cylinder clip fitment ?
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Author:  girtp [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 2:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Is there a trick to the wheel cylinder clip fitment ?
Does anyone have some advice on getting that stupid little wheel cylinder "C" clip onto the cylinder ? (rear drum assembly)

Ive walked away from the garage twice in a very frustrated state.
Author:  drmini in aust [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 2:45 pm ]
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There is actually a Minispares tool for this but I can't seem to find it now.
It's just a long 3/8 UNF setscrew , a conical spacer which sits on the cylinder and an outer sleeve and nut.
To use it you screw the bolt into the cylinder port, the clip sits on the cone and when you do the nut up the sleeve pushes the clip up the cone and onto the cylinder.

I've been threatening to make one for years.. ie. every time I need to do this job.
A screwdriver and a few expletives works too. Usually...


:idea: I have an idea Minisport carries this tool in Oz...
Author:  girtp [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 2:52 pm ]
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So, is it safe to assume the clip is attached whilst the brake line NOT fitted to the cylinder ?


Appreciate you reponse Drmini !
Author:  drmini in aust [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 2:56 pm ]
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Yes it's easier(?!) to put the clip on first...
Author:  girtp [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:01 pm ]
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I found the tool on "minisport's" webpage, out of stock at the moment......

"easier" is a term that is used "loosley" with a mini.

But I'm ordering one for sure.....

Thank again
Author:  Hanra [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:05 pm ]
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I know someone who has that tool!!! It makes this job soooooo easy!!!
Author:  girtp [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:09 pm ]
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So obviously you have one Hanra !

Just spoke to minisport, ETA Feb 5th...... I'm waiting as my mental state needs the relaxation !...

Dont need the car till Phillip Island Classic which is in March !
Author:  Hanra [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:12 pm ]
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Nope, I dont have one. But ive borrowed it found it quite funny that such a simple tool can make that job so basic!!!
Author:  WiLo [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:23 pm ]
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so its not just me that had problems fitting it.
Author:  girtp [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:26 pm ]
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Order confirmed from minispares UK, 9 pound with 7 pound freight

Should see it with in a week ! (SHOULD)
Author:  jabba [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:26 pm ]
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Yeah was a nightmare.... first one took me a couple of hours to figure it out but all done now
Author:  girtp [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:34 pm ]
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I now officially love this forum !!!
Author:  drmini in aust [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 3:44 pm ]
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girtp wrote:
I now officially love this forum !!!

What you can't buy, someone on here can probably make.... :wink:
Author:  doogie [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 5:42 pm ]
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Special tool!!!!! Is everyone getting soft or waht, as the Doc said, use a screw driver & some swear words!

Doogie
Author:  aaron [ Mon Jan 19, 2009 6:46 pm ]
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your not swearing enough, more cursing and it'll go on just fine :lol:
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