Notices
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes

Changing brake hoses

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jun 11, 2001 | 10:19 PM
  #1  
Butty's Avatar
Butty
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 5,254
Likes: 1
From: MY06 STi Spec D
Angry

Tried to change old flexible hoses at the weekend but I just COULD NOT undo the nearside passenger rigid to flexible joint, even with a proper brake spanner.
The rigid brake line looks like it is one LONG and expensive piece to replace.
Does this line have a joint before it hits the ABS box or can I cut it and put an extra joint in?
Anyone have ideas on how to unfreeze the union?
Your wisdom is much appreciated.
Nick
Reply
Old Jun 12, 2001 | 10:37 AM
  #2  
Dyney's Avatar
Dyney
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 6,812
Likes: 1
From: West Sussex
Post

I had exactly the same on drivers side.

I'd go with WD40(loads of it), leave it overnight and try again, or if all else fails use mole grips.
It worked for me (just don't round off the Head)!!

Iain.
Reply
Old Jun 12, 2001 | 12:52 PM
  #3  
AlanG's Avatar
AlanG
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 3,040
Likes: 0
From: Glasgow
Post

You could soak the joint with WD40 to see if this helps then try tightening slightly before loosening the joint.
This usually breaks the hold the rust has on it.

A
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Pro-Line Motorsport
Car Parts For Sale
0
Sep 27, 2015 11:19 AM
shorty87
Other Marques
0
Sep 25, 2015 08:52 PM
MightyArsenal
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes
6
Sep 25, 2015 08:31 PM




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 08:30 AM.