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On Tues, D.Hickman wrote: I have just finished > rebuilding the
calipers on my Australian Herald 12/50 coupe > and I think that
I may need to replace the flexible brake > hoses. I was
wondering whether I should go for rubber or > stainless steel
braided hoses. Are their any benefits of one > over the other?
In Australia, the stainless steel hoses are > illegal for road
use on post 1970 cars as they fail the 'whip' test. > As my
car is a 1965 model, I can legally use them. > Any > comments
would be appreciated.
And then Ken asked . . . . . .
Please elaborate on the WHIP test. This seems a little strange.
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Yes, I too am curious about the "Whip" test. Does it involve any
bondage? Leather straps? Handcuffs? Please advise, my
imagination is running wild with the possibilities! (see what
happens after 5 years of marriage . . . . . .)
Ross D. Vincenti
64 Spitfire (undergoing surgery)
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