What is a brake master cylinder and what does it do?

The brake master cylinder is the central component of your vehicle's hydraulic braking system. When you press the brake pedal, it converts that mechanical force into hydraulic pressure, pushing brake fluid through the lines to activate the brakes at each wheel.

Do I need to bleed the brakes after installing a new master cylinder?

Yes, it is essential to bleed the brake system after installing a new master cylinder. This process removes any air that may have entered the brake lines during installation, ensuring proper hydraulic function and a firm brake pedal.

Does this master cylinder come with any hardware or brake fluid?

This product includes the brake master cylinder itself. It does not typically come with mounting hardware or brake fluid, which should be sourced separately if needed.

DFC 78-80 Buick Century Brake Master Cylinder

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Specifications

Brand: DFC
Part #: 355-47024
UPC: 190920377983

DFC 78-80 Buick Century Brake Master Cylinder

Name: DFC 78-80 Buick Century Brake Master Cylinder
Brand: DFC
Price: 63.44 USD
Availability: InStock

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DFC brake master cylinder for 1978-1980 Buick Century. Ensures reliable braking performance.

Key Features

Fits 1978-1980 Buick Century.
Also fits a range of other GM vehicles from 1978-1980, including Chevrolet El Camino, Malibu, Monte Carlo, GMC Caballero, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Pontiac Grand Am, Grand LeMans, Grand Prix, and LeMans.
Restores proper hydraulic pressure to the braking system.
Direct replacement part for a straightforward installation.
Ensures consistent brake fluid delivery to the wheels.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Product Details

DFC is known for making dependable brake components, and this brake master cylinder is no different. If you're working on a 1978 through 1980 Buick Century, or a similar GM vehicle from those years, this part is designed to restore your braking system's ability to apply pressure effectively.

A master cylinder is the heart of your car's hydraulic braking system. When you press the brake pedal, it pushes fluid through the brake lines to the wheels. This DFC master cylinder is built to handle that job, ensuring consistent fluid pressure to your calipers or wheel cylinders. It's a direct replacement part, meaning it's made to fit right into the existing brake lines and pedal linkage on many GM vehicles from the late 70s and early 80s, including models like the Chevrolet El Camino and Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme.

Replacing a master cylinder can be a straightforward job for many DIYers, but it's important to bleed the brake system thoroughly afterward to remove any air. This ensures you get a firm pedal and reliable stopping power.