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I was appalled by all the road crap that came out when the plastic cover was removed. You're located not far from me (CT) so you probably had the same.
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Sure did... I will also likely replace the fuel filter while I am down under there.
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I used this type of flare tool. Worked like a charm.
https://www.ebay.de/itm/BRAKE-PIPE-F...53.m2749.l2649
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Thanks for posting the tool.
I created a jpeg photo so everyone can see it. The Neiko tool that I used in 2019 had the following issues: - The wing nuts broke after 3 uses, had to use standard nuts to clamp the pipe. - It leaves some marks on the pipe, not as big deal bc it is mostly "cosmetic". - It has a short section for gripping. The tool you posted above has a longer section for gripping (RED in the photo below). So the tool you mentioned, TRIDENT T413705, seems better than the Neiko tool. Here is the photo:
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just did the job tonight. 3/16" Cu-Ni lengths flared with the fittings. Bought 2 couplings with corresponding line nuts, and the M10 and M12 line nuts to fit with the existing unions at the front.
Auto Zone rents tools, you make a deposit, use 'em then bring them back for full refund. i used my hand for tube bending, nothing to it. Tomorrow is the going to be a harder day as i have to replace the vacuum booster, then bleed all brakes.
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I had to do my rear brake lines and had nothing but problems using the rented flaring tools available to me. I ended up buying this tool so I could have faith driving my e53 again. Also used the Cu-Ni line.
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2005 Titanium Silver X5 4.8is (DD winter) * 2001 Steel Blue 750iL (DD summer) * 2001 Ford Excursion 7.3 L <> 2005 X5 3.0 * 2003 X5 4.4i * 2009 X3 3.0 * 2009 X5 3.0 * 2007 Toyota Avalon Limited |
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Slowly nibbling at my brake line project. I made 3 tubing cuts today, bent a replacement piece of Ni-Copp and made 3 bubble flares - 2 of which were on the X5.
I got the open brake line to stop dripping fluid by placing a piece of cellophane (saran wrap) over the brake reservoir opening and closing the reservoir cap. |
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Press the brake pedal slightly and keep it there for example with a block of wood between pedal and front seat. This will close the line between fluid reservoir and main cylinder.
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Am at a standstill and taking a step back to collect thoughts.
My brake repairs started with a stiff brake pedal at low speeds and idling at stop lights/signs, it would transition to normal once car was moving at speed. Fast fwd, one of the brake lines to the rear pass side failed, after which i collected all the parts i needed to fix the brake issues. Brake booster was inspected and found internally with orange color, replaced it with used but good spare, and fitted a new master cylinder. Vacuum pump opened and full of motor oil - replaced. Check valve was ok, but replaced it anyway. For the brake lines, removed the affected section and installed a Cu-Ni 3/16" insert with the appropriate fittings, flaring etc. The driver side rear brake line was not so good so repeated same for this one as well. Now i go to bleed brakes. The front calipers bled as they should with good bubble-free fluid streams. THe rear brake calipers barely have any fluid coming out, even after using a electric-motor driven vacuum pump to remove air, still no good fluid flow when pumping the pedal. Bled the fluid at the ABS pump by loosening the fittings for all 4 brake points, fluid came from each. Repeated caliper bleeding but no change with the rear brakes. I went back to the 2 Cu-Ni lines i installed to make sure there were no obstructions - confirmed none. Is there something wrong with the ABS pump? Grateful for any input and thoughts/ideas. THnx
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