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1995 Lincoln Mark VIII Repair Question


Topics covered: Brake master cylinder, Brakes, Dealer.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on November 7, 2008

1995 Lincoln Mark VIII used master cylinder

Brakes problem
1995 Lincoln Mark VIII Two Wheel Drive 120,00 miles

how do i know that a junk yard master cylinder is any better than the one i am takeing out.dealers tell me that new part is $300 scrap prices are 10 to 100 dollars.They come with a grade if A,B, C,D, etc
What questions do i ask. can I do this replacement myself
Avatar Asked by peter mckee

Answer

Replied on November 7, 2008

Hello –-

I would not go to a junk yard for a brake master cylinder. It will be worn. Puck may be dried out, inside pitted. Why not go to Auto Zone or O’Reilly’s and purchase a new one with a lifetime warranty from $63 – 147 dollars? That is your best deal.

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