Teflon tape on brake bleeders.....
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Teflon tape on brake bleeders.....
Hi,
I know that there are Teflon coated brake bleeders out there but if I want to use my standard bleeders could I use Teflon tape on them to prevent leaks? Can I use it on brake lines as well????
Just curious.....
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I know that there are Teflon coated brake bleeders out there but if I want to use my standard bleeders could I use Teflon tape on them to prevent leaks? Can I use it on brake lines as well????
Just curious.....
Thanks
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No, bleeders and flared fittings do not seal by the threads, they seal on the tapererd parts.
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But if your going to bleed your brakes with the hose in a bottle of fluid method then the teflon around the threads only will keep air from being sucked back in when you back off the pedal.
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Excellent idea / advise !! I have two bleeders like that, so the vacuum won't work! I was actually expecting a caliper, stainless trailing arm lines and a set of bleeders from VanSteel today....but UPS has apparently screwed up.....but when I called to check, Dan told me the bleeders were not included.....Out of stock. So, what size do I ask for at Napa? I want to install my braided lines (already had those) and other goodies Friday night, and really don't want to hassle with the old ones.
Thanks!!
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Excellent idea / advise !! I have two bleeders like that, so the vacuum won't work! I was actually expecting a caliper, stainless trailing arm lines and a set of bleeders from VanSteel today....but UPS has apparently screwed up.....but when I called to check, Dan told me the bleeders were not included.....Out of stock. So, what size do I ask for at Napa? I want to install my braided lines (already had those) and other goodies Friday night, and really don't want to hassle with the old ones.
Thanks!!
Thanks!!
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