Brake hoses replacement question

[sheward]

So often with stuck fasteners they only give way after you're convinced they are not coming off. I just finished replacing all the fasteners manifold back on my exhaust system. I was considerably worried that i would snap one off in the manifold. All went well and I was able to leave the engine in the car.

drew

 

[mikeym]

What an ordeal...
I just finished changing brake hoses as well and only had to struggle to one bolt. Definitely recommend to use flare wrench. Cleaned up one of the old hoses and it was indeed made in 03/95.

On the rear passenger, I am getting a very small leak and have fully tightened the flare bolt, checked the fit and made sure that metal brake line is fully inserted into the brake hose. Any other suggestions to stop the leak?

Thx

 

[JC220]

What an ordeal...
I just finished changing brake hoses as well and only had to struggle to one bolt. Definitely recommend to use flare wrench. Cleaned up one of the old hoses and it was indeed made in 03/95.

On the rear passenger, I am getting a very small leak and have fully tightened the flare bolt, checked the fit and made sure that metal brake line is fully inserted into the brake hose. Any other suggestions to stop the leak?

Thx

That brings up an important pointer. These types of brake fittings should not be over tightened either. That could crush or damage the flare on the pipe.

At this point you have no choice but to try and tighten a tiny bit more at a time until, hopefully, the leak stops. It is not advisable to try and use plumbers tape etc as the seal must be metal to metal to stand the pressures under hard braking.

What I do is snug the nut up and test for leaks, tightening more if needed until the fitting is sealed. Trying to avoid damaging the flare.

 

[Kyiv]

@mikeym, keep us updated if you resolve your leak. I've driven about 50 miles since the job, and so far so good, but fingers crossed

 

[mikeym]

@mikeym, keep us updated if you resolve your leak. I've driven shit 50 miles since the job, and so far so good, but fingers crossed

It will be few more days... I am also using this opportunity to clean all the wheels, wax and also a general cleanup of the underbody. I am about to exhaust my stash of red color Brakeleen cans. With stay at home order, I hope our governor does not show up on my door for using up the brakeleen and then making a "non-essential" trip to buy another 12 pack.