Clutch master/slave on 116GT

[Jay Negrin <jmnegrin@domain.elided>]

Todd -

The clutch master cylinder is on the outside of the passenger
compartment, but inside the engine compartment.  It is very likely that
it could be leaking.  No surprise these, at least.  What may dismay, is
that it has been suggested by some that you should consider replacing
the slave at the same time.  What happens is that with a new master, the
slave ends up working in a range that it hasn't in a while.  Result is
that the seals, which are probably marginal due to age, get gouged, and
start leaking.  This is the way it was described to me.

If you replace the master, and everything else holds together, ignore
this caveat.  If you need a slave cylinder in the near future, then at
least you had a heads-up.  I'd say to buy the master now, because you
know you need to.  Just be prepared to buy the slave for the if-and-when
of it all.

ps - Where in the world are you located?  We'd all like to know.
If you are in Southern California, then welcome to our club area.
Wanna' join?

Ciao

Jay Negrin
76 Alfetta GT
ARO Southern California


Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 17:50:34 -0700
From: "Todd me" <tod_d@domain.elided>
Subject: (No Subject)

Hi, all I'm new here, so bare with me.

 Hi I recently purchased a 1976 alfetta GT (4 cyl) it had been sitting
for ten years in the sun!, so quite a few things are in
need of replacment or service, and I'm just learning as I go (not a car
heroe) my primary concern at the moment is the clutch,
It's leaking fluid from above the clutch pedal, and won't fully engage,
I'm guessing it's from the master cylinder or some
connected lines, but don't wanna dig into the fire wall without some
idea of what I'm looking for, plus there's alot of stuff up
in there it seems. Any suggestion/opinions/or facts would be greatly
appreciated.........

  Thanks alot,

         New Alfa owner/enthusiast

                    Todd
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