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Title: Brakes system Europa 1973
Post by: TC2000 on Thursday,March 18, 2021, 06:11:12 AM

Hi All,
I post some pictures of the brake system (Europa 1973 TC); does it sounds familiar to any of you or is it a specific setup?
Thanks for your help

Title: Re: Brakes system Europa 1973
Post by: BDA on Thursday,March 18, 2021, 06:34:25 AM

Your PO (previous owner) deleted the brake boosters and along with that, almost certainly installed a smaller master cylinder. It’s a very common modification.

I also note that your closing plate (under the master cylinder) has been replaced. It was originally made of steel. From the picture, it looks like it has been there for a while so it probably ok, but a steel one would be stronger in bending.

Title: Re: Brakes system Europa 1973
Post by: literarymadness on Thursday,March 18, 2021, 01:52:40 PM

 :Welcome: Great to have you on the forum.

Title: Re: Brakes system Europa 1973
Post by: TC2000 on Sunday,April 11, 2021, 10:45:31 AM

Thanks for your help,

I possibly found the source:
https://www.passionautofrance.com/products/maitre-cylindre-freins-morgan-1977-1992-lotus-seven-caterham-westfield-jusqua-2004-girling-64670152

I do not know if the quoted reference is correct or if it is only the number stamped on the item.