1998 Ford Thunderbird master cylinder leak

1998 FORD THUNDERBIRD
83,500 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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1998 Ford Thunderbird mileage: 83,500. I have a leak in my brake fluid (master cylinder). Is there anyway possible I could patch it up other than replacing it. The amount to replace is over $1,200.00 anything that could be done please advise. Thank you.

Jan 20, 2011 at 10:16 PM
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We do not recommend “patching” anything in the brake system. $1200.00 sounds rather steep for a master cylinder.
Jan 20, 2011 at 10:18 PM
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Visit your friendly neighborhood auto salvage yard & inquire about a used 1 for your car. Max repair including parts shouldn't exceed 2-3 hundred $$$ !

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Jan 20, 2011 at 10:43 PM
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97 WAS THE LAST YEAR FOR THE OLD THUNDERBIRD
NEW MASTER CYLINDER FOR THE 1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD IS ABOUT $40 TO $60
MAKE SURE ITS THE MASTER CYLINDER THAT THEY GAVE YOU A PRICE FOR
AND IF SO SUGGEST THAT YOU GET ANOTHER OPINION
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Jan 21, 2011 at 2:07 AM