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Old Feb 12, 2015 | 10:50 AM
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Is there a trick to removing the brake cable from the master cylinder? It doesn't want to break loose.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Gibler77
Is there a trick to removing the brake cable from the master cylinder? It doesn't want to break loose.
Maybe you mean brake fluid HOSE?

If so soak it with a penetrating oil/fluid like liquid wrench. I wrap it with a rag and soak it a couple days -usually works

PS keep liquid wrench off paint
 
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I had a stubborn one once. A quick little hit with my cordless impact gun did the trick.
 
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