AKA: Brake cylinder reservoir, Front brake master cylinder, Master brake cylinder, Brake cylinder replacement

The Hydraulic Brake System relies on the Brake Master Cylinder for its delicate transfer of energy between your foot and brake pedal to exert thousands of pounds of clamping pressure to every corner of your vehicle instantaneously. This way, feath... Read More

Brake Master Cylinder Information

Why are Brake Master Cylinder Part(s) Important

AKA: Brake cylinder reservoir, Front brake master cylinder, Master brake cylinder, Brake cylinder replacement

The Hydraulic Brake System relies on the Brake Master Cylinder for its delicate transfer of energy between your foot and brake pedal to exert thousands of pounds of clamping pressure to every corner of your vehicle instantaneously. This way, feathering the brake pedal seamlessly transfers minuet control to the 11-inch discs of your Ferrari moving at 160 MPH. Likewise when you mash the pedal of your F-350, the brakes clamp with zero lag keeping that two ton trailer on your hitch from wearing you like a hood ornament.

The master cylinder is a confined and usually divided compartment that contains a reservoir and a piston (or two). Here the force on your brake pedal is applied to the hydraulic fluid by the piston. Gaskets and O-rings are essential to ensure no pressure is lost. Most brake master cylinders have an attached reservoir but the reservoir can also be remotely located.

When the master cylinder comes under suspicion, it's time to get serious. Fittings are a common weak point which should be checked for leaking fluid. When replacing a brake master cylinder, take a few extra minutes to educate yourself on the process. The interruption of your closed hydraulic system possesses many potential dangers such as air or moisture getting into your lines. However, there are plenty of clever methods available to swap out master cylinders with minimal hassle.

Wagner Brakes Master Cylinder The black phosphate coating not only prevents rust, it enhances and improves aesthetics.

A1 Cardone Remanufactured Brake Master Cylinder Remanufactured to the highest industry standards before being tested to ensure quality of product.

Brands

Brands within Brake Master Cylinder

A1 Cardone	All Sales	Auto7	Beck/Arnley	Dorman
Raybestos	Stainless Steel Brakes	Wagner Brakes