On Sat, 8 Aug 1998, Coday Family wrote:
> I think I can shape the new line successfully even without a brake
> line bender if I am patient and deliberate. Anybody have any success
> bending the brake lines without a bender?
Yes, I've been able to bend lines without a bender. Usually this happens
when the line *almost fits* and I don't feel like galloping back down into
the basement to get the bender.
I suggest you get some 3/16 brake hose from the auto supply and practice a
bit before playing with the new line. It is easier to add a curve than to
remove one; and I don't think kinks are removeable at all.
A good trick is to wear soft pants and use your knee to give a "radius" -
less likely to kink then.
> Will have to get the motor started this weekend or next weekend and
> start tuning a bit.
Be prepared for disappointment!! My engine sure is grumpy. I only got it
to "putter" once and then I foolishly turned it off. The electrics are
all getting the "once-over" before I try again.
-Malcolm
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