How to Cap the Brakes Lines for Staging, Seems obvious how to, but not to me |
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How to Cap the Brakes Lines for Staging, Seems obvious how to, but not to me |
Highland |
Dec 4 2018, 05:05 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 511 Joined: 8-August 11 From: San Diego, CA Member No.: 13,418 Region Association: Southern California |
So I'm at the stage where I'm going to drop the brakes and suspension to change bearings, bushings, calipers, rotors, pads, shocks, springs, etc. I plan to start with the rear then move to the front.
So the car will probably be off its wheels for some time while I'm trying to figure this all out. I've emptied the brake reservoir with a turkey baster, but of course there's still fluid in the lines. I'm also thinking it would be easier to bleed the lines if there's fluid in them. My question is where is the best place to disconnect the brake lines (before or after the flex) and what's the best way to cap it so I don't end up with brake fluid on my paint? |
rgalla9146 |
Dec 5 2018, 05:51 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,538 Joined: 23-November 05 From: Paramus NJ Member No.: 5,176 Region Association: None |
A simple way to stop leakage when doing open brake line work is to push the brake pedal down about 3/4" and prop it securely in that position. This will move the piston forward of the fluid inlet and prevent flow into the master and out through the open line or lines. Caps or plugs are good insurance. Old brake hoses fail invisibly. The failure is not usually described. The hose swells closed internally preventing free movement of fluid. In both directions. It can be necessary to cut the hose to release a stuck wheel cylinder or caliper. Removing rear hoses is simplified by cutting the hose off at the chassis end and using a deep socket and extension while holding the hard line fitting from turning with a fitting wrench. |
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