Trick to remove rod from master cylinder?

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  1. Acornridgeman

    Acornridgeman MCCI Wisconsin State Rep Moderator Supporting Member

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    Anybody know how to remove a stuck actuating rod from a master cylinder? It is not rusted, as it is all brand new. I inserted the rod to check installed length against my old master length, and now I can't get it to pull out. :cry:

    Other than clamping the rod in a vise and prying on the new master, is there a trick to get it to release?
     

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  2. rayzorsharp

    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    They can be a pain to get back out sometimes but usually a couple of twists and turns will get it. It only has a small expandable clip holding it in. Is there any reason you need to get it back out?
     
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  3. Acornridgeman

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    OK, I got it out. Man, it was in there but good. Bent the heck out of that little clip pulling it out. :hide:

    I would have just left it in if it was the same length. It must be a Mustang rod, it's about 3/4" shorter compared to the Maverick rod and would have changed the pedal height.

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    I broke the ears off tring to get mine out....at least mine was bad and was being replaced.
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    I have done the twist thing and it came right out... then again i have had to hacksaw the end off the master cyl. to get it out...:yup:
     
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