When installing SS brake lines where does the copper ring go?
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When installing SS brake lines where does the copper ring go?
Im switching over to stainless steel brake lines. My stock lines have a built on copper ring looking peice between the line connector and the actual caliper. And then they also have a copper ring (that comes off) between the back of the bolt and the brake line. So in other words I have one copper ring to work with.
Where does it go?
Second question. THe bolts that hold the line to the caliper have a hole in them. One of the four bolts that came with the lines is broke. Can I use the stock bolts instead? They are about 2 cm longer, but it looks like the inner hole is in the same place.
Where does it go?
Second question. THe bolts that hold the line to the caliper have a hole in them. One of the four bolts that came with the lines is broke. Can I use the stock bolts instead? They are about 2 cm longer, but it looks like the inner hole is in the same place.
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Re: When installing SS brake lines where does the copper ring go? (Red5)
You should have 2 crush washers (copper) on each caliper, on each side of the hose end. These actually "squash" to seal your brake system. You should be able to re-used one of the OEM bolts.
Make sure you torque properly, as the aluminum calipers can be damaged if not.
Make sure you torque properly, as the aluminum calipers can be damaged if not.
