Tandem Master Cylinder Reservoir

[Gorpon73]

Hello,

Does anyone possibly know what black magic is required to remove the reservoir from the tandem brake master cylinder body?? Specifically, not the screwed on connection by above primary cylinder, here I mean the connection on the far end from the shaft....

Is this possible to remove it (and reattach it) without destroying in?

Thx, DJS

[nmauduit]

Some infos are probably on the forum, see for instance

https://lotuselan.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=42&t=35509&start=30

a strong pull should do the trick ... with a level of risk depending on the brittleness acquired by the reservoir.

good luck !

[Gorpon73]

Thanks nmauduit, this was helpful.

Mine is a little bit older and when I twist it to pop it out the plastic is stretching to the breaking point. Was wondering if there was a gentler method of removal so I don't break the supply reservoir.

I've had everything apart and rebuilt the MC twice and I still can't get that end chamber to pump. The primary chamber works great. That end of the reservoir outlet is the only thing I haven't had apart and I'm wondering if it's leaking from that junction....

[2cams70]

Unless there is a leak externally from where the reservoir enters the cylinder best to leave as is. There's no need to remove it.

[Gorpon73]

Yup. It's staying where it is. No leaks from that area.

I've ensured it is not obstructed with a tiny wire brush.

Just cant get it to bleed...even on the bench....