Message text written by "Scott A. Roberts"
>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. <Snip>
The problem with teflon tape and hydraulic systems is that if not careful
you can get teflon tape shavings into the hydraulic system where they can
clog passages. If you do use tape be very, very careful that the tape
starts back from the first thead (same as with antisieze).
>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.
Amen, brother!
Dave Massey
57 TR3
71 TR6
80 TR8
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