I need front brake help!!

[1968dartman]

I have my 68 Dart apart putting a new wheel cylinder on the front. I have the new wheel cylinder in place , but the small brake line that goes to the flex line is fighting me big time! Is there an easier way to get this stupid little line to go on?????

 

[Oklacarcollecto]

I install the line without tightening the fitting before the cylinder, then tighten the line fitting after the cylinder is installed.

 

[Inertia]

Loosen the wheel cyl off,, so it can move around a bit, I find it easier to align the threads.

hope it helps..

 

[krazykuda]

Keep in mind that you have to get the line pretty well lined up for the threads to grab. It takes patience. If you get frustrated, take a brake and come back later when you have more patience.

 

[1968dartman]

Keep in mind that you have to get the line pretty well lined up for the threads to grab. It takes patience. If you get frustrated, take a brake and come back later when you have more patience.

I have done that three times already!! LOL

 

[cudajim]

"take a brake", now that's funny!

 

[cuda65vpt]

I bought a new wheel cylinder once that the fitting was a different size than original. Now that will frustrate the livin' heck out of you.

 

[nm9stheham]

I install the line without tightening the fitting before the cylinder, then tighten the line fitting after the cylinder is installed.

This is good advice...pre-install the line...