ok, got some pipes, connectors, pressure switches etc. but it doesn't make sense.

My main problem is connecting the flexible hose onto a copper pipe. I have std "compression" joint style nuts, and thin locking nuts to hold it to the body. If I use just the "Compression" type, there is play. If I use a lock nut and then compression, the pipe will not join.

ie

Copper Pipe->Comp Nut -> thread of flexi pipe -> lock nut -> chassis mounting point -> flexible bit of pipe.


I have Maestro and 206 donors for pipes and each have an identical length of thread available, so I guess the length is "by Design" and should work straight from the box with standard not sizes.

Help!!


Also, anyone got instructions on best use of a pipe flaring kit?

I presume you are talking about where the front caliper flexy goes to body work,you should have at least 20mm of thread on the flexy.
I've used the lock nits as you have and M10 x 10 mm females to join pipe to flexy.

It does sound like you havnt enough thread on your flexy pipe.

There is a pic on my archive "n/s front brake pipe and bracket" its not the best pic but might give you an idea of how mine went.

[Edited on 10/2/03 by bob]

ta
I'll try and do a few photo's myself tonight.

Here is a picture of it mounted to a bracket (rear axle)

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And one of it split.
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I've got S/S braided flexy's from THINK AUTOMOTIVE in isleworth,http://www.thinkauto.com

I had them made up with at least double the thread you have (20mm+)for the same reason,Made them while i waited.

I would have thought you could get the rubber flexy's with longer threads though.

Hope this helps

[Edited on 11/2/03 by bob]

That's what I would have thought. Did the Dear Mr auto Factor, please go through every box you have and get me the longest pipe. . ..

I think I am going to have to do what you say and get them made up.


ta

All four pipes made up were just under £40,and my rear braided have banjo's as conectors to calipers.

Most 'standard' flexis are not held by a locknut as a rule nowadays, more often than not it is some form of spring clip. Proper steel braided flexis are the way to go IMO, you can have any combination of ends you like, the length you need, and not much dearer (if at all) than rubber ones.

HTH Stu.