Front Brake line bolt at Master Cylinder?
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Front Brake line bolt at Master Cylinder?
What kind of bolt/nut is that? It seems to be just smaller than a 1/2", but I don't have any sockets like that.
My brake line has a crack in it and has to be replaced.
If you know what size/type socket I need for this, post it up! I'll pick up the tool after work today.
My brake line has a crack in it and has to be replaced.
If you know what size/type socket I need for this, post it up! I'll pick up the tool after work today.
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It is a METRIC 12 point socket.
Does not hurt to have a set of them. I think mine are Craftsman. Check Harbor Freight in US and Princess Auto in Canada for an inexpensive set.
It makes my day when I can add a new tool to the collection!
Does not hurt to have a set of them. I think mine are Craftsman. Check Harbor Freight in US and Princess Auto in Canada for an inexpensive set.
It makes my day when I can add a new tool to the collection!
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Good to know, up here I have doubles of everything SAE and Metric. You never know what you are going to need.
When ever I work on the brakes, I pull out the metric sets, they seem to fit the brake bolts snugger.
When ever I work on the brakes, I pull out the metric sets, they seem to fit the brake bolts snugger.
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Thanks for the clarification, I thought it was 11 mm, but being at work at the moment, I could not confirm.
I do know (according to HD Manual) that the main caliper bolts are 10mm.
I do know (according to HD Manual) that the main caliper bolts are 10mm.
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And the banjo bolts should be torqued to 17-22 ft/lbs, both on the master cylinder and caliper.
And be careful, Dot 4 brake fluid is a great paint remover!
And be careful, Dot 4 brake fluid is a great paint remover!
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Thanks! Great info about the torque. Is that in the service manual?
