1972 Dodge Truck

Tiny
CHARLES NADER
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  • 1972 DODGE TRUCK
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 69,000 MILES
I have older rv dodge chassic, it has been idle for a while.I started it up, it had several problems which I corrected, the only trouble I am having now, seemsto be vacuum.I found broken line which feeds booster, I fixed it, but in doing so the engine smokes a little. Need sugestion to solve problem. Thanks
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 AT 6:35 AM

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Tiny
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It could be the master cylinder leaked into the booster and it is brake fluid smoking or the valve seals are broken or leaking. They used nylon valve seals back then and they break when they get old. The positive stem seals are much better if you want to replace them.
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Sunday, May 2nd, 2010 AT 12:14 PM

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