Morris Minor Owners Club

Right, I'm replacing my shoes after a wheel cylinder leak.

My only problem is the whole wheel is covered in brake fluid. I don't want to ruin the new shoes, so what's the best way to clean everything up before fitting them?

Hi, I would use this, http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stor ... yId_255218

I use it to give the drum internals a clean when inspecting inside the drums.

have you not got some petrol good as anything else.

Brake fluid is hydroscopic, so plain water will remove it.

Good scrub with soap and hot water! Use an old scouring pad. A final squirt with 'carb cleaner' to remove any oil/grease - but really shouldn't be necessary.

A kettle full of boiling water normally does the trick perfectly!

Cheers chaps.