A word of caution- never use Teflon tape on a brake line! (If you get a
special brake line fitting with factory paste, then that may be different.
Never tape however) I have been warned about this by mechanics and brake
specialists in the past, but I forget the exact reason. Just suffice it to
say it can cause more problems than just leaks...
As to anti seize on the bleeder, this might be ok, as long as you use it
sparingly and not on the beginning of the threads- it could contaminate your
brake fluid.
The best thing to solve any brake leakage is to first be sure the female
side of the fitting is completely clean and in good shape, then double check
your flare on the male side. If a flare is bad, or misshapen, cut it off and
reflare it. You may need to replace the whole section, but would you rather
spend a little time and money in the shop, or a lot of time and money in the
hospital, after it fails?
Also, be sure to always double flare brake lines- single flare is brittle,
thin and dangerous. Never use copper for a brake line. (Copper lined steel
is perfect) Copper may expand and burst under pressure and other conditions.
It can reduce your braking efficiency, as can a bad flex line. Rule of
thumb- if you never replaced the flex line, and you're working on the
system, replace it. Period. Then, keep a mental note to check it whenever
you have a chance. Never reuse the old ones, and be sure any new one is
recently manufactured- NOS is great for everything but flex brake lines.
You can sham on anything you need to to make her move- but never sell an
inch short on making her stop! You brakes will keep you alive- keep them
alive by proper maintenance.
Scott(Now off the soapbox- I just don't want you to run into me!)
64 Herald/Sports 1200 Convertible
http://www.homestead.com/herald1200
----- Original Message -----
From: "Brad Eells" <bradlnss@lightspeed.net>
To: "Triumph Team. Net" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2001 11:31 PM
Subject: Re: anti-seize on brake lines
>
> Here is a suggestion. Permatex has a paste Teflon sealant that is designed
> for such purposes. I used Teflon tape the last time I had my brakes apart.
> Brad
> 62 TR4
> 65 TR4A
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