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Re: [T3] more brake curiosity


On 28 Jul 2005 at 18:05, Steve Jackson wrote:

> I suspect when I get my engine in this
> week I will find out  my brake lines are rusted out.  Is it hard to make
> new ones?  They are so long...I have a flaring tool and bending form but
> I never had to make one this long (71 Fasty).  I bet that is why my
> master cylinder doesn't hold fluid very long...it appears to have front
> disc and rear drum (wish it was rear disc as well!)

If you mean the long center one, then if it is leaking you should see a wet 
spot under your gas pedal. Pull up the carpet and look. It will have a funny 
smell, too. If you can make your own, know that it's a bubble flare, not a 
standard flare. You can reuse the original line nuts, but make the line 88" 
long. You can buy these lines at most FLAPS, but they're a little short, and if 
you make it yourself, this extra length will be very welcome.

Start by practicing the bubble flare first.

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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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