Originally Posted by LSolheim

From the old "part substitution" archives: Standard US rebuild kit boots fit
front and rear: Raybestos WK396 for the fronts, Raybestos WK1147 for the
rears.

If the cylinder pistons are modified by parting them just where the large
diameter ends (leaving only a piston w/o the stem & seal attachment groove)
these kits will also rebuild the cylinder, using standard cups and springs.
Of course you need an extra kit for each side in the front to replace the
springs, the first time, at least.

I've used these since with silicone fluid since 1995, although I do usually
inspect and hone (as req'd) every couple of years. Since the rebuild kits
are less than $6.00 it is not an expensive task.

--Larry



From: mike_israel [mailto:]
Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 10:37 AM
To: lrsnpark@gmail.com
Subject: RE: [General Amphicar Discussion-t-19939] Re: Seized up Brake Wheel
Cylinders



A few years back, a reported problem with White Post was that they were not
using the proper rubber boots which are kind of unique to the Amphicar. This
may have changed and i have no personal experience with them. The guy I used
did a great job.