<VV> Dual Master comment

[N. Joseph Potts]

Personally, I would value disk brakes much more than dual master cylinder on
my 66. This is partly a consequence of where I live (South Florida). Normal
incidents of rainfall here are deluges - for an hour or two, there are
fairly deep puddles on most blocks. These badly hamper the operation of my
drum brakes. People who trailer or live in mountainous regions might share
my desire for disk brakes, although more for their heat-shedding
capabilities rather than their water-shedding capabilities.
     My brake system is in good condition (but it DOES contain some of the
original lines). It works very well when dry. But my next serious brake
money will go for disk brakes before dual master cylinder. It's all a matter
of choosing your risks. Nice to have the choice, no thanks to Ralph Nader.

Joe Potts
Miami, Florida USA
1966 Corsa coupe 140hp 4-speed with A/C and stock brakes

-----Original Message-----
From: virtualvairs-admin@corvair.org
[mailto:virtualvairs-admin@corvair.org]On Behalf Of Doug Foust
Sent: Friday, May 07, 2004 1:40 PM
To: virtualvairs@corvair.org
Subject: <VV> Dual Master comment


As one new to this, I'll add my two cents worth.  Bought my first Vair late
last year.  Blew a couple of lines shortly after I got it running.  That was
enough for me . . . as others have suggested, the first real money I put
into it was for replacement of everything in the hydraulics - lines, hoses,
4 wheel cylinders AND the dual MC from Clark's.  Best money i could have
spent.  Great peace of mind, especially when my 17 year old takes it out.
(added seat belts all around in the same purchase)  The dual has a firmer
than original feel, but I personally like it.

Jukebox Doug
64 vert 110 PG daily driver