Brian, Once again call me. VW's use a special flare on the metal brake tubing called a bubble fare. (no this is not the same as a double fare) I have the tool, and can make this for you. Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On Sat, 13 Sep 2003, brian Honan wrote: > Hi folks, > > The question is - is there a difference in the brake line where it > attaches to the caliper on the front right and left bend differently ? The > line does not line up with my new caliper on the drivers side. Now I know > this sounds like I got a wrong caliper however there is such a significant > difference in the shape of that hook that it may be the line that's the > problem even though it did at one time fit the old caliper. If in fact they > are different then I know for a fact that the caliper is wrong and I can > then wait and wait until another one is ordered. And if someone can tell me > they are the same then I need to seek a new line end piece. Or does anyone > have suggestions for bending it ? should I take the whole deal to a brake > garage ? Hope someone can help . Thanks > > > Brian 87 Gl > > _________________________________________________________________ > Get a FREE computer virus scan online from McAfee. > http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963 > |
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