Should you use Teflon tape on brake lines?
Never use Teflon tape on ANY Hydraulic fittings it is a no no. The tape can break free and get lodged in the seals. This will definatly cause a leak. Any lubricant that gets into the hydraulic system will damage rubber components.Click to see full answer. Also to know is, do you use thread sealant…
Never use Teflon tape on ANY Hydraulic fittings it is a no no. The tape can break free and get lodged in the seals. This will definatly cause a leak. Any lubricant that gets into the hydraulic system will damage rubber components.Click to see full answer. Also to know is, do you use thread sealant on brake lines?you guys know of any sealant you can use on leaking brake line fittings? NO absolutley not. They are designed to seal by means of compression on the flared surface as is is compressed between the tubing nut and the fitting. If it leaks tighten it some more.Similarly, how tight should brake line fittings be? Brake lines fittings need to be tight, but as others mentioned, too tight and you will pull the threads right out of an aluminum caliper. The critical part is getting the copper crush washers to seal. As you are tightening the bolt, the washers deform slightly, creating a seal. Regarding this, will Teflon tape hold up to brake fluid? Teflon tape is recommended for pipe fittings in a brake applications, but not for flare fittings. I would try PERMA-GASKET, brake fluid will not hurt it and it will not contaminate the system, but remember you don’t need a gallon of it to do this.How do you fix a brake leak? Replace the caliper. Replace the outer dust seal. Replace the pads, shims, springs, and sliders or pins. Use the new parts that came in your repair kit, and discard your old parts. Reconnect the steel and rubber brake lines. Replace the brake bleeder bolt. Test the brakes to make sure they are no longer leaking.
