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Old 07-20-2013, 04:12 PM   #1
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Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

Does anyone know if there are huck rebuild kits available?

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Old 07-20-2013, 08:11 PM   #2
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

Yes

http://www.classicparts.com/1947-52-.../#.UesnFo3bM30

Classic Parts has them and I'm sure others will also.
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Old 07-21-2013, 01:02 AM   #3
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

If the pistons and dust covers are in decent shape you can buy the cups at most local parts houses if you know the size.
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Old 07-21-2013, 06:35 AM   #4
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

Cylinder covers were broke during removal on a couple, however on the first one I disassembled the pistons and cylinder look good. No pits and smooth. Shouldn't the pistons be replaced with cups and spring?
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

The pistons don't come with a rebuild kit. Generally they are all right.
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

Make sure your don't use silicone brake fluid. The cups made for the older trucks aren't always made of EPDM rubber and don't hold up to silicone fluid.
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Old 07-22-2013, 02:11 PM   #7
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

I am replacing the rubber boots - do all new boots come made of the EPDM rubber or do I need to request it? Or do I need to stick with the none silicone fluid for my old chevy brakes??
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Re: Are Huck brake wheel cylinder rebuild kits available

Going with DOT 3 after researching.
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