The front brake master cylinder was manky to say the least.
The fluid bowl was crumbling so I figured the hose must be shot to.
Unfortunately this meant some more expense.
The brake was pretty cheap but a good hose from hyper hose ain't cheap. Buy cheap, buy twice.
I've popped the brake on and plumed her in. Since then its rained every day I've had off so no more progress at the mo.
I did pick up a new welder and big bag of washers, gotta love eBay