Hi! New guy with a 94 vectra brake question

[MoarRVLife]

Hey guys, I am new to this whole RV thing Dogo Argentino Pit dog owner cultivator dude 🌱🌲🔥

I just picked up a 94 diesel. Vectra and I need help to change out the master cylinder. Can anybody point me to the right resource link or video or how to I have to change it out in the parking space it’s in storage so that I can send it out to Precisionrebuilders. Does that company still exist? Hopefully I can get it done with zero hiccups can someone send me a link resource or a guide on how to bleed the brakes or anything else that I need to do to get the brakes working thanks guys I appreciate it. Look forward to hearing from everybody peace

[TeJay]

What you're asking for seems like a simple answer which is well within your ability to read a book about brakes. I'm not trying to be insulting but brake systems vary little from vehicle to vehicle. Yes air brakes are different from stock non-air brakes but that's about it.

Every brake system has a master cylinder with fluid lines leading to each corner of the vehicle. There are drum and disc brakes with most newer vehicles being all disc since they work much better than the old drum brakes.

There's a proportioning valve that directs the fluid where that manufacturer intends it to go. It feeds the brake fluid to the front and rear wheels in many different configurations. It's not necessary to go into that now.

I have very little experience with diesel engines and chassis but unless you have air brakes like a lot of trucks do your brake system should be about standard.

You can completely drain the system by opening the four bleeder screws on the calipers. Pumping the brake pedal will remove all the fluid. Close all bleeder screws and other brake master cylinder (MC) fittings so moisture isn't drawn into the empty system until you get the MC back from your rebuilder. While you're at it Since it's a 1994 it might be a good idea tor rebuild or replace all calipers. While you're at it check all lines for rust and replace as needed.

When you're ready to finish the rebuild buy bleeder screws which have a check valve so you can by yourself bleed the system so ALL fluid is new. That is a new service dealers are trying to get customer to do. Brake fluid is caustic, never circulates and is also never filtered. It also tends to absorb moisture all the time. The moisture gets in around rubber seals over time. It should be flushed every 3 to 4 years. The bleeder screws simply replace the stock ones and that makes the next flush a simple 3- to 45 minute procedure.

One thing you can do is visit a few truck repair shops and see if you can find a technician who will give you a little schooling on how to work on your own brakes. You'd be surprised how easy it might be to find someone. Ask one of them to go out to lunch or for a cup of coffee after work.

I don't know where you live but I'd gladly talk you through the process. Send me a PM (Private Message) if you're interested.

TeJay