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stuballs 20-02-09 02:23 PM

Hose size for bleeding brakes?
 
6mm? 8mm?

cheers

Stu

shifter 20-02-09 02:29 PM

Re: what id pipe do i need to fit the front claiper bleed nipple?
 
Don't know the figures, but I tend to go for something under size then warm the end with a lighter. Push it over the bleed valve while it's still semi melted and let it cool in situ. You normaly find it moulds itself to the right shape for a good airtight fit then.

stuballs 20-02-09 03:00 PM

Re: what id pipe do i need to fit the front claiper bleed nipple?
 
yeah that's what i do but not sure if i should start with 6mm or 8mm. I supopse I'll start with 6mm.

Cheers

shifter 20-02-09 06:01 PM

Re: what id pipe do i need to fit the front claiper bleed nipple?
 
Most D.I.Y stores stock various sizes of plastic tube if I remeber corectly

sweepdoggydog 20-02-09 06:12 PM

Re: Hose size for bleeding brakes?
 
I used a 6mm tube last time which worked well


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