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Brake return spring
John Bonnett - 4/7/06 at 12:57 PM

Can any one please tell me if a return spring is necessary on the brake pedal. I am using a bias twin master cylinder set up.

Thank you for your help.

John


Markp - 4/7/06 at 04:04 PM

I haven't got one on mine and I've never found it a problem

ATB

Mark


nitram38 - 4/7/06 at 04:20 PM

I have floor mounted pedals and I have put a helper spring around the pivot.
It does not affect the feel of the pedal, but it ensures that there is no strain on the master cylinders, so their internal springs should last a bit longer.


John Bonnett - 4/7/06 at 04:24 PM

Thank you for that. I'll try without and see how we go. I have a hydraulic brakelight switch so I guess if that goes out when the pedal is released, there is no internal pressure in the system and all will be okay.

Cheers

John