Brake Line Washers - Sanity Check
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Brake Line Washers - Sanity Check
Just got home with my new rotors and calipers for my 89. A quick read through the manual for torque values and I noticed under brake hose replacement they recommend using aluminum washers.
So, as you might have guessed, the dealer gave me copper. I must admit, I just asked for washers and thought nothing of the copper ones I received because I've always used them in the past.
What kind of interactive is there going to be between the copper washers and the aluminum caliper? Anybody else make sure to use aluminum washers?
So, as you might have guessed, the dealer gave me copper. I must admit, I just asked for washers and thought nothing of the copper ones I received because I've always used them in the past.
What kind of interactive is there going to be between the copper washers and the aluminum caliper? Anybody else make sure to use aluminum washers?
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Originally Posted by 65coop
I just installed new calipers on my car also - I used the copper washers too....
Do I need to change them?
Do I need to change them?
http://www.coastalfasteners.co.nz/galvanic_table.htm
I haven't used them yet, but I think if I can get aluminum washers tomorrow I'll use them instead of the copper ones.
How long ago did you install yours?
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IMHO there isn't enough moisture here for galvanic corrosion to be a factor.
The factory washers I pulled off were copper. The new ones from GM were also copper. I don't recall anything about aluminum in my Helms manual.
The factory washers I pulled off were copper. The new ones from GM were also copper. I don't recall anything about aluminum in my Helms manual.
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Originally Posted by 1MoorTym
Just got home with my new rotors and calipers for my 89. A quick read through the manual for torque values and I noticed under brake hose replacement they recommend using aluminum washers.
So, as you might have guessed, the dealer gave me copper. I must admit, I just asked for washers and thought nothing of the copper ones I received because I've always used them in the past.
What kind of interactive is there going to be between the copper washers and the aluminum caliper? Anybody else make sure to use aluminum washers?
So, as you might have guessed, the dealer gave me copper. I must admit, I just asked for washers and thought nothing of the copper ones I received because I've always used them in the past.
What kind of interactive is there going to be between the copper washers and the aluminum caliper? Anybody else make sure to use aluminum washers?
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Jason / Corvette Kid
You guys sure those were the original factory parts, just finished mine up and the washers were aluminum.
I did put the copper ones on, the weathers great and I want to drive the car. I'll order new ones from the dealer and change them out next year - it will be a good excuse to flush the system
You guys sure those were the original factory parts, just finished mine up and the washers were aluminum.
I did put the copper ones on, the weathers great and I want to drive the car. I'll order new ones from the dealer and change them out next year - it will be a good excuse to flush the system
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Originally Posted by 1MoorTym
Jason / Corvette Kid
You guys sure those were the original factory parts, just finished mine up and the washers were aluminum.
I did put the copper ones on, the weathers great and I want to drive the car. I'll order new ones from the dealer and change them out next year - it will be a good excuse to flush the system
You guys sure those were the original factory parts, just finished mine up and the washers were aluminum.
I did put the copper ones on, the weathers great and I want to drive the car. I'll order new ones from the dealer and change them out next year - it will be a good excuse to flush the system
Still though, I would not worry in the least. Enjoy your drive and yes, keep that system flushed every year or two at the most and you'll make this worn out old mechanic very happy! 
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Originally Posted by 1MoorTym
Jason / Corvette Kid
You guys sure those were the original factory parts, just finished mine up and the washers were aluminum.
You guys sure those were the original factory parts, just finished mine up and the washers were aluminum.
I would just enjoy the car and not worry
Hope that helps.
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Originally Posted by edsalinas
I think they all come with copper from G.M.
I wouldn't worry about it!!
I wouldn't worry about it!!
I worked in a brake/exhaust shop for about 5 years and every caliper I ever took off had copper washers. From aluminum ones to steel. The washers on my vette were copper and they are the original hoses and calipers. Don't worry about it.
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GM does sell aluminum banjo washers. The package says "off-road use only". I have the part # somewhere. I used them on my F-body with alum calipers.
however, the OE C4 washers were copper. so GM is Inconsistant with respect to aluminum calipers..........
however, the OE C4 washers were copper. so GM is Inconsistant with respect to aluminum calipers..........
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try this #....... but I can't make any promises. It's been a while since I played with my F-body... even though it has the same C4 PBR calipers. The washers come in a 10 pack.
Front brake hose to caliper bolt washer: 14076180
Front brake hose to caliper bolt washer: 14076180
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Originally Posted by larryfs
so GM is Inconsistant with respect to aluminum calipers..........
I think everyones right, shouldn't be an issue either way. Out of curiosity though, I will visit the parts counter to see what they come up with..
