Clutch Fluid Everywhere

[tfarhood]

Jeffko, these caps on the willwood MC are easy to get on wrong. If you look, the threads on the MC & cap are a joke. I had to try a couple of times to make sure it was going on straight. Also, it may not be down tight, maybe just an eighth of a turn short of closed. It is very hard to see/reach considering its location. When I replaced my MC, I removed the side louver to gain access. It really made it easy to reach. I would not bother to do that to tighten the cap normally, but if you still have a problem, it may be helpful.

[ront49]

Originally Posted by tfarhood

Jeffko, these caps on the willwood MC are easy to get on wrong. If you look, the threads on the MC & cap are a joke. I had to try a couple of times to make sure it was going on straight. Also, it may not be down tight, maybe just an eighth of a turn short of closed. It is very hard to see/reach considering its location. When I replaced my MC, I removed the side louver to gain access. It really made it easy to reach. I would not bother to do that to tighten the cap normally, but if you still have a problem, it may be helpful.

I talked with the reps from Iconic Parts (w/ BDR)... he told me the same thing, remove the side vent to access the clutch master cylinder. My BDR has about 4,500 miles and the MC is leaking from the seal inside the cockpit. I ordered a new one from Iconic along with a new matching slave....didn't want to take the time or a chance messing around with the local parts stores trying to match Mazda parts or anything else. Your posts were very helpful and reassuring that I will be able to address the problem.