Brake tools
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Racer
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From: Union ME
Brake tools
I am going to be replacing the rotors, pads, and flex hoses on my 1984 Corvette this winter. I have heard many people say it is worth the money to buy brake line wrenches. Are the hoses on a 1984 Metric or English?
Melting Slicks
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Re: Brake tools (efweber)
They are metric, and yes I agree, good tools to have. You'll only need about 3 or 4 different sizes, can't remember them right now though, sorry.
Someone should chim in with that soon............
:cheers:
EDIT: 3 or 4 diff sizes takes care of fuel lines, etc etc.... Not just brake lines.
[Modified by edsalinas, 7:19 AM 10/23/2003]
Someone should chim in with that soon............
:cheers:
EDIT: 3 or 4 diff sizes takes care of fuel lines, etc etc.... Not just brake lines.
[Modified by edsalinas, 7:19 AM 10/23/2003]
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From: Lacey WA RVN 68-69
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Re: Brake tools (efweber)
A good set of line wrenches will be a big help. One of the biggest PITA things to deal with is a rounded off hose fitting. Then you have to resort to Vise-Grips or a hacksaw.
You also might consider adding some Speed Bleeders when to rebuild/replace the calipers. They make brake fluid bleeding a one-person job. They are relatively inexpensive and well worth the money. http://www.speedbleeder.com
You also might consider adding some Speed Bleeders when to rebuild/replace the calipers. They make brake fluid bleeding a one-person job. They are relatively inexpensive and well worth the money. http://www.speedbleeder.com
