Flaring Brake Lines

Capri306 · 10-28-2001, 11:51 AM

I agree with the previous two posts, and I'll reiterate one point: make SURE you double-flare all connections. If you don't, you will find out why it's done only after you have to make an emergency stop and all of a sudden you have no pedal. Also, do NOT use 'compression' fittings. They're the ones with brass ferrules. I don't care how difficult it gets, do NOT use these. It is illegal AND dangerous. I'd rather you be a frustrated 'Stanger than a dead one.

Oh, the best brake line benders are the ones with the 'flip-over' handle. Ridgid makes an excellent one, and a double-flaring tool that's just as great. One other tip I can give you is when you measure, remember you're measuring straight distances on the car, but then you'll have a radius to consider when you're bending the lines. Know what I mean? I found the best way is to use a piece of nylon string (that doesn't stretch) and a permanent fine-tip marker. If the line gets bent out of shape, just get a new piece. You might have to throw away a couple pieces of line in the process, but is it worth sacrificing saftey and a clean job for only $5 a line? Good luck.

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10-28-2001, 11:51 AM	#4
Capri306 Moderator Join Date: Sep 1998 Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA Posts: 1,001	I agree with the previous two posts, and I'll reiterate one point: make SURE you double-flare all connections. If you don't, you will find out why it's done only after you have to make an emergency stop and all of a sudden you have no pedal. Also, do NOT use 'compression' fittings. They're the ones with brass ferrules. I don't care how difficult it gets, do NOT use these. It is illegal AND dangerous. I'd rather you be a frustrated 'Stanger than a dead one. Oh, the best brake line benders are the ones with the 'flip-over' handle. Ridgid makes an excellent one, and a double-flaring tool that's just as great. One other tip I can give you is when you measure, remember you're measuring straight distances on the car, but then you'll have a radius to consider when you're bending the lines. Know what I mean? I found the best way is to use a piece of nylon string (that doesn't stretch) and a permanent fine-tip marker. If the line gets bent out of shape, just get a new piece. You might have to throw away a couple pieces of line in the process, but is it worth sacrificing saftey and a clean job for only $5 a line? Good luck. ------------------ Capri306, Moderator, The Mustang Works Online *"PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!!!"* [This message has been edited by Capri306 (edited 10-28-2001).]