Re: [T3] Front Suspension

["Jim Adney" <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 1 Sep 00, at 18:54, Bob Payne wrote:

> It definitely is not water.  Brake fluid is a possibility but I can't see
> where it is coming from. It is dripping from the bottom of the suspension
> right where it bolts to the body. There is no sign of anything leaking
> above it or on the sides, no sign of any brake lines or of the master
> cylinder leaking.

Brake fluid is water soluble. The most common leak would be 
either from a rusted through center brake line or a leaky master 
cylinder; both leave the fluid on the floor of the car under the pedal 
cluster. Pull up your carpet and take a look.

>From the floor, the fluid will make its way to the front frame horns 
where you have seen it.

Clean up the brake fluid with plain water and a sponge. It lifts paint 
and should be cleaned off quickly. Don't get it in places where it 
isn't already. Don't drive the car until you fix the leak, because it 
can leave you without brakes.

-
Jim Adney
Madison, WI USA

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