clutch master options - RHD

[ozzie alpine]

I'm looking for a replacement clutch master cylinder for my SII. 5/8".
Its a RHD model, so the clutch master sits underneath the scuttle brace.
The current cylinder has been on there for years, isn't original, needs rebuilding and is a right pain as its taller than original and the cap can't be removed without first undoing the scuttle brace... see photo...

So, I'm looking to replace it with something else, but I'm concerned about finding something that will fit under the brace. An original replacement is the obvious choice but they are pricey, if available...
I don't need originality, but I'm not sure if the usual aftermarket options (eg Wilwood) will fit under the brace. Perhaps I should try to fit a cylinder with a remote reservoir instead?

Any recommendations?

 

[alpine_64]

I went with a remote reservoir on my rhd sii. The lhd late series Alpines and Tigers used a remote one.

 

[65beam]

I bought this one from Pegasus Racing.

 

[65beam]

I used the same master on the series 4 and 5. The clutch master used on all series of LHD Alpines sold in the states were of the integral reservoir type. I have many of these that are used. They were on cars I parted out over the years

 

[65beam]

I use the same clutch master on this car. It's hard to see in this photo since it's hid behind the hose.

 

[PROCRAFT]

You can buy a Wilwood master from Summit,Jegs they are a direct Girling copy or buy from Pegasus as Bob said.

 

[65beam]

You can buy a Wilwood master from Summit,Jegs they are a direct Girling copy or buy from Pegasus as Bob said.

The masters I recently bought from Pegasus actually have the Girling name on them.

 

[hartmandm]

I'm not finding the Girling clutch master cylinders like your photos on the Pegasus web site. Do you have a part # or URL?

Those look like Lockheed clutch masters ...

Thanks,
Mike

 

[65beam]

Mike,
I have been buying Sunbeam parts for my own use for many years. I have quite a stock of parts and can fix anything that could break by just going to one of my parts buildings, my attic or my shop. If you noticed I said the masters I recently bought had the Girling name on them. I didn't specify whether they were brake or clutch. Check out pages 126, 127 and 129. Lots of master options.The clutch masters shown on my cars have been around for years and I still have NOS pieces and many good used pieces in stock with some of them having come from Pegasus, Tiger Tom, SS and others . Why Pegasus still sell masters that have the GIRLING name on them is something I don't have an answer for. Read the description of the masters on page 129. They do sell masters of various sizes with the integral reservoir that can be used for the clutch. They're less than 4 inches in length and 3.5 inches in height. It looks like the supply of the "Tin Can" clutch masters is no longer available. As Joel mentioned, there are many options available. I'm glad I don't have to spend time looking for parts.

 

[PROCRAFT]

Mike,
I have been buying Sunbeam parts for my own use for many years. I have quite a stock of parts and can fix anything that could break by just going to one of my parts buildings, my attic or my shop. If you noticed I said the masters I recently bought had the Girling name on them. I didn't specify whether they were brake or clutch. Check out pages 126, 127 and 129. Lots of master options.The clutch masters shown on my cars have been around for years and I still have NOS pieces and many good used pieces in stock with some of them having come from Pegasus, Tiger Tom, SS and others . Why Pegasus still sell masters that have the GIRLING name on them is something I don't have an answer for. Read the description of the masters on page 129. They do sell masters of various sizes with the integral reservoir that can be used for the clutch. They're less than 4 inches in length and 3.5 inches in height. It looks like the supply of the "Tin Can" clutch masters is no longer available. As Joel mentioned, there are many options available. I'm glad I don't have to spend time looking for parts. View attachment 18992

Wilwood now makes a short version of the master we all talking about,

 

[hartmandm]

Thanks Bob. I think your posts switched topics from brake masters to clutch masters and I was struggling to see how to translate it to answering the OP's question for a specific recommendation that could address his situation.

Thanks,
Mike

 

[65beam]

A master is not restricted to a single use only.

 

[loose_electron]

Recently replaced the clutch master and SS had them available.