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[CTR247]

Hi all,

I've got some new HEL S/S braided brakes lines I'm looking replace my current oem rubber brake lines. I understand it is advisable to use flare nut spanners to open the brake line connectors so not to damage the connectors when trying to open them. Can anyone advise what size flare nut spanners are needed ? I'll then order the right ones as currently don't have them

Thanks

[Norv]

I'm fairly sure it was 10mm, but it was a few months ago I'm afraid! I'd strongly recommend investing in a snap on pipe spanner. They do one which has a flare nut 6 point bit with a slot in it, the other end an open ended spanner but with a really wide end, so it still has a bit contact area. Works wonders and is a much better fit than cheap brake pipe spanners. I've had more luck with snap on open end than with cheaper brake pipe spanners. Also, soak everything up in penetrating fluid a few times before hand, works wonders!

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[CTR247]

Thanks for the advise much appreciated , can anyone confirm it's 10mm ?

[Norv]

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/tools.as ... 3&store=uk

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Added in 38 seconds:
That's the sort I'd recommend, they save a lot of problems with seized or rounded unions.

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[Norv]

That's the sort I'd recommend, they save a lot of problems with seized or rounded unions.

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[CTR247]

They look spot on, can anyone confirm the size needed to do the break lines ?

Thanks

Added in 38 minutes 56 seconds:
Took the wheel off and physically checked, 10mm flare nut spanner needed thanks guys

[Norv]

I'm cleaning my brakes up tomor so was going to check. Glad I was right! Good luck with it mate, don't forget the penetrative spray!

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