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06-20-2005, 05:06 AM

eldoj

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My wife got me stainless steel brake lines for fathers day. I've never had to change a brake line or caliper, so I was wondering if there were any special tools that I will need? Also, any tips or suggestions would be great.

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06-20-2005, 06:21 AM

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You mean she didn't install them as part of the gift?

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06-20-2005, 06:27 AM

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Rear couplings can be a b!tch......

PB Blaster, box wrenches, and patients. Also brake fluid is nasty stuff.

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06-20-2005, 06:42 AM

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A brake line plug will be helpful. I've only seen homemade ones, so I'm not sure if you

can buy them anywhere. That will prevent the fluid from running out, and allows you to take your time (a good thing when working on brakes, IMO).

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06-20-2005, 06:43 AM

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Flair nut wrench is a must...keeps you from stripping those soft nuts.

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06-20-2005, 06:51 AM

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i use a mixed set of vacuum caps, works great

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06-20-2005, 07:16 AM

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Just use the dust cap/cover off the caliper bleeder(s).

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