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I only needed it to break the stock hard line loose. Now I can replace the line and have it bled by someone with the proper tool. If your talking the wheel hub itself, the shaft nut is about a 29mm. I guess I need the sizing of the caliper bleeder bolt as well. Just finished upgrading all six of my lines last weekend. Trailer Towing, Other; Brakes, Electrical, Hitches, Weight Distribution & CDL Discussion, Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L), Bio-diesel, Propane & Alternative Diesel Engine Fuels, Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator, 1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks, 1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks, 1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks, 1957 - 1960 F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks, 1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks, 1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis, Nite, Nascar & Other Limited Edition Ford Trucks, Supercharger, Turbocharger, Nitrous Oxide & Water/Methanol Injection, Small Block V8 (221, 260, 289, 5.0/302, 5.8/351W), Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6.1/370, 7.0/429, 7.5/460), FE & FT Big Block V8 (332, 352, 360, 390, 406, 410, 427, 428), 335 Series- 5.8/351M, 6.6/400, 351 Cleveland, Y-Block V8 (239, 272, 292, 312, 317, 341, 368), Audio & Video Systems, Navigation, Satellite Radio & Mobile Electronics, Bed Covers, Tonneau covers, Toppers/Canopies & Bed liners, Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case, Fuel Injection, Carburetion & Fuel System, Vendor Specials, Discounts, Product Announcements & Group Buys. So far I haven't noticed any difference but I have yet to do any hard braking. You gave me the master cyl, ABS, and bleeder fittings. Ok here is an update for what I used to handle this problem. Like a thin piece of wood or something in the actual claw of the grip? I would only use vise grips if all else fails. Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our. I tried to find my old brake hoses for my '95, I must have tossed them out. My 02 has traction control so there are two rubber lines that go over the axle, one side of each lines has a 12mm hard line fitting and the other side of each line has a 14mm hard line fitting. 
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I used a 14mm socket and hammered it onto the nut until it was flush with the abs module(or whatever the technical name for it is). 
since you are replacing the brake linecut the line at the compression nut and turn it out with a ratchet. I used PB Blaster on the flare nuts, then I cut the line. Advertising -
Sounds right, 9mm or 8mm. Tried 14 and 15mm too small and then too big tried 1/2, 9/16 and 5/8 too small too small too big. The book said I need flare wrench which I don't own so I went to Sears to get a set but they don't have a set, they just have individuals. Oh yeah, and use wood or something else which is flat and/or soft, that way you don't ruin the bolt. You could try to take the bolts out that hold the wheel cylinder to the backing plate so you can get a better purchase on the flare nut. Advertising -
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Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1. How difficult it is to change the lines, did you use bleeder and what kind of bleeder did you use? I wasn't really havin a prob I just thought I should change them because they are prob factory being that I bought the car w only 58k miles on it. Sometimes that thing can get stuck too, it's a real pain in the arse after the car has a few seasons on it. About Us -
Or if there is something to do to make it easier to reach the fitting I thought about taking all the lines out but Id probably have just as hard of time and end up having to replace them all if I go that route! The following errors occurred with your submission, Chevrolet Forum - Chevy Enthusiasts Forums, Current Chevy Trucks, SUV's, Crossovers & Vans. I'm not sure of the size------------ but you ought to be in the money if you have a basic set of both metric sockets and wrenches. Cookie Policy -
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'05 ,2.2L, FWD,5-speed stick with transaxle death rattle is history,,. They come in 3 packs. Looks like they are having a $40 sale on a full set but you really only need one. , as for taking the brake line off, its somewhere between 14mm to 17mm.
Read our Privacy Policy for more info. I am also going to invest in some Snap On flare nut wrenches while I'm doing the job but I don't know if my Corvette uses SAE or metric line nuts. If you can shop for the lowest cost set of flare wrenches or buy just one, do so. google_ad_height = 90;
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Does anyone know what size wrench to use so I dont break the other side as well? My stock rubber lines were still in very good shape, so I'm sure there isn't going to be a huge improvement. It didn't cost that much. Every wrench except flare wrenches tend to round off brake fittings where the flare wrench minimizes this and is the best tool for this purpose. Contact Us -
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Ive tried 12, 13, 14 and 15mm seems like its between the 14 and 15. I mainly changed them so that my entire brake system is mostly brand newnew rotors, new painted calipers, new hardware, new bolts, new brake lines, new pads, and new ATE fluid. What do you know? Yep, just put in like a shim or something [break it to size], that way you will have a. Archive -
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The Silverado has been one of the best selling trucks in the US for decades, and is truly proven to be "like a rock". Doing an AT fluid swap in a few daysdo i NEED to change the filter? I picked up a Craftsman 10/12 MM line wrench for the brakes and it worked well. tj@E common problems for the Series I and II L67 (all supercharged models 92-99) Including Olds 88's, Olds LSS's and Buick Lesabres
One option is the metric (6sizes from like 12-17mm) then SAE. Thank you for giving the first clear answer to the question. Q2S dsy#};vd6&h_x:fU({l8!0w/wXVH)eaDg>g:-Wuw,1ale.ksI%kN9CI2qu"^="1nH4\#TPIdhv9
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I guess Ill buy the wrenches and hope for the best i got to show yall how I stopped the leak after I snapped the end, The following errors occurred with your submission, 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks, Brakes, Steering, Suspension, Tires, & Wheels, 1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks. Privacy Statement -
I used a 14mm socket and hammered it onto the nut until it was flush with the abs module(or whatever the technical name for it is). since you are replacing the brake linecut the line at the compression nut and turn it out with a ratchet. I used PB Blaster on the flare nuts, then I cut the line. Advertising -
Sounds right, 9mm or 8mm. Tried 14 and 15mm too small and then too big tried 1/2, 9/16 and 5/8 too small too small too big. The book said I need flare wrench which I don't own so I went to Sears to get a set but they don't have a set, they just have individuals. Oh yeah, and use wood or something else which is flat and/or soft, that way you don't ruin the bolt. You could try to take the bolts out that hold the wheel cylinder to the backing plate so you can get a better purchase on the flare nut. Advertising -
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Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1. How difficult it is to change the lines, did you use bleeder and what kind of bleeder did you use? I wasn't really havin a prob I just thought I should change them because they are prob factory being that I bought the car w only 58k miles on it. Sometimes that thing can get stuck too, it's a real pain in the arse after the car has a few seasons on it. About Us -
Or if there is something to do to make it easier to reach the fitting I thought about taking all the lines out but Id probably have just as hard of time and end up having to replace them all if I go that route! The following errors occurred with your submission, Chevrolet Forum - Chevy Enthusiasts Forums, Current Chevy Trucks, SUV's, Crossovers & Vans. I'm not sure of the size------------ but you ought to be in the money if you have a basic set of both metric sockets and wrenches. Cookie Policy -
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'05 ,2.2L, FWD,5-speed stick with transaxle death rattle is history,,. They come in 3 packs. Looks like they are having a $40 sale on a full set but you really only need one. , as for taking the brake line off, its somewhere between 14mm to 17mm.
Read our Privacy Policy for more info. I am also going to invest in some Snap On flare nut wrenches while I'm doing the job but I don't know if my Corvette uses SAE or metric line nuts. If you can shop for the lowest cost set of flare wrenches or buy just one, do so. google_ad_height = 90;
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Does anyone know what size wrench to use so I dont break the other side as well? My stock rubber lines were still in very good shape, so I'm sure there isn't going to be a huge improvement. It didn't cost that much. Every wrench except flare wrenches tend to round off brake fittings where the flare wrench minimizes this and is the best tool for this purpose. Contact Us -
repair guide proportioning valve Anyone care to chime in?
Ive tried 12, 13, 14 and 15mm seems like its between the 14 and 15. I mainly changed them so that my entire brake system is mostly brand newnew rotors, new painted calipers, new hardware, new bolts, new brake lines, new pads, and new ATE fluid. What do you know? Yep, just put in like a shim or something [break it to size], that way you will have a. Archive -
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The Silverado has been one of the best selling trucks in the US for decades, and is truly proven to be "like a rock". Doing an AT fluid swap in a few daysdo i NEED to change the filter? I picked up a Craftsman 10/12 MM line wrench for the brakes and it worked well. tj@E common problems for the Series I and II L67 (all supercharged models 92-99) Including Olds 88's, Olds LSS's and Buick Lesabres
One option is the metric (6sizes from like 12-17mm) then SAE. Thank you for giving the first clear answer to the question. Q2S dsy#};vd6&h_x:fU({l8!0w/wXVH)eaDg>g:-Wuw,1ale.ksI%kN9CI2qu"^="1nH4\#TPIdhv9
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