Air leak
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Hi guys.
The vac line for the brake servo is letting air in. I've coverd the thing in sealant for now but it's not a good fix. Any one come up with a good fix for the problem?

Thanks

assuming its a temp fix, duct tape may get you out.
it does see .8bar of vac at times so a new line is the obvious and best solution.
if its split, then cut it and stick, in s straight joiner.

The pipe itself or at a join? if its where it pugs into the servo drop the ruber in boilinb water and reifit. helps regain its shape.

Own the day

if a hose is leaking, change it !

9.85 @ 145mph
202mph standing mile
speed didn't kill me, but taxation probably will

It's the connection in to the servo. The rubber seal is leaking.

put the rubber in some hot water.

Own the day

I like the hot water tip - that needs to go to the thread on 'top tips'.

You could just buy a new seal, they're available from Somerford.

Or alternatively, just clean thoroughly with thinners and then seal it with an industrial adhesive such as Sikaflex 221, available in a cartridge from Sika, Welwyn Garden City or from most vehicle paint and re-finishing suppliers. Its bloody marvellous stuff and I've used it alot on the van. I wouldn't use silicon sealant if you can avoid it.

Richard.

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