observation on brakes - Page 3

pciley · 09-16-2004, 10:36 PM

Ordered them in 'red' today from my buddy Steve at Mossy. I don't know what "line wrenches" are. I'm hoping that a standard set of wrenches, as well as a crescent wrench and socket set will do the trick.

Any wisdom on getting all the air out?? I had trouble with the quads. I rear ended an Banshee at bout 15-20 miles an hour and wrecked my front radiator, plastic grille etc coming down a hill applying the rear brake and it never came on (obviously)

Don't want that to happen in my truck on the highway after putting these on this weekend.

Shadowofnight2001r · 09-16-2004, 10:59 PM

I have used a MityVac brake-bleeder-Vacuum tester on all my brake lines for years. I have the Metal ( More expensive...rebuildable...great quality ) one ...but the Plastic one works well too. I put stainless lines on my Raptor as well...and after bleeding with the MityVac there is NO lever mushyness whatsoever. http://www.casporttouring.com/store/...y_Code=Mityvac I just did a quick search and found the plastic one cheap for 27 bucks...you can use it for engine diagnosing as well...a great tool

Shadowofnight2001r · 09-16-2004, 11:02 PM

http://www.casporttouring.com/store/...y_Code=Mityvac Another tip...DON'T let the master cylinder go dry....the Raptors MC is very small and you need to top it off before the fluid level gets too low....I am sure you could drain the Titans quickly as well

juma · 09-17-2004, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by pciley

Ordered them in 'red' today from my buddy Steve at Mossy. I don't know what "line wrenches" are. I'm hoping that a standard set of wrenches, as well as a crescent wrench and socket set will do the trick.

Any wisdom on getting all the air out?? I had trouble with the quads. I rear ended an Banshee at bout 15-20 miles an hour and wrecked my front radiator, plastic grille etc coming down a hill applying the rear brake and it never came on (obviously)

Don't want that to happen in my truck on the highway after putting these on this weekend.

line wrenches are those box end wrenches that are open enough to pass over a line but cover all six points of a bolt head or nut. they are a must because it is so easy to strip the heads and bolts of brake fittings. sears has a set for about 30 bux that will work fine. I always attach the new line at the brake line and let the fluid run through then attach at the brake caliper. a toothpick usually works good as a plug at the brake line opening when you start to take the stockers off. saves you draining fluid everywhere. some like to completely drain the system. I don't. make sure you have 2-3 cans of brake fluid. ford makes the best dot3 at a very good price. once you have a line back on, let it drain through an open bleeder and clear tubing for a few minutes and you will probably get all the air out without having to call mama out to pump the brakes and get a big load of "why are you doing this?" get a buddy to help if you can. it can be exasperating if you have to start chasing an air bubble. another thing that helps is having the claliper you are work on uphill a little. makes the air want to move to the bleeder a bit better. juma

pciley · 09-18-2004, 10:47 AM

Sounds like a real bear. I'm gonna play dumb and take it to a local shop to have them put it on. I dont have a vacuum tool or bleeders. I want it done right. Brakes is kind of a safety thing. If I had the tools and had done it on a passenger vehicle before, that would be a different story. I'll go as far as pads and rotors on this one, but don't want to spend a fortune on specialty tools that I might use twice.

juma · 09-18-2004, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by pciley

Sounds like a real bear. I'm gonna play dumb and take it to a local shop to have them put it on. I dont have a vacuum tool or bleeders. I want it done right. Brakes is kind of a safety thing. If I had the tools and had done it on a passenger vehicle before, that would be a different story. I'll go as far as pads and rotors on this one, but don't want to spend a fortune on specialty tools that I might use twice.

good decision. wish I was there to show you. if you once do it, its not bad but i know I'm going to get brake fluid all over the driveway and me when I do it. plus, changing that one long line too the rear axle will undoubtedly let a bunch of air in that will be awhile getting out. again, good decision. juma

pciley · 09-18-2004, 11:53 AM

Well, you are welcome to come over with your tools and help me. I will supply the mandatory steaks and beer, of course! Will also trade if you have any dents on your Titan yet that you would like repaired. Not sure what part of town you are in, knowing my luck you live in Caribou, Maine clear across the country at its furthest point.