Freelander 1 Clutch master cylinder

Hi, just fitted a clutch master cylinder from John Craddock and when pushing the pedal down to bleed the system the pedal does not return. On removing it I have found the piston stays at the bottom of the bore and does not return as if there is no spring inside? The old ( but knackered) luk cylinder plunger returns when released after being pushed. Am I right in thinking the cylinder is faulty? On the second fitting and the same thing happening I used my toe to try and lift the pedal, this has resulted in the plunger / rod pulling out from the new cylinder so is now probably wrecked . Any advice would be great. Thanks.

It sounds like an aftermarket master cylinder where quality is generally low.
Find a LUK replacement, which is what the factory fitted.

Just bought an LUK one and it worked first time. Sometimes you try and keep the cost down and it’s a false economy. I must say the customer service from John Craddock was excellent- full refund offered.

Eadesy said:

Just bought an LUK one and it worked first time. Sometimes you try and keep the cost down and it’s a false economy.

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Unfortunately we here the same problems over and over with cheap parts. I know it's more expensive, but it really does save a lot of hassle to simply buy the OE part to start with.

At least you'll get your money back. John Craddock are a good company to deal with.