Re: 22 Series - Front Shock R & R Advice

Posted by PackardV8 On 2011/4/6 7:31:27

Why not just disconnect the brake line at the frame connexion???? Plug both ends real fast. If the backing plate is removed is the brake line long enuf to allow the backing plate to clear the spindle for removal?????

Worse case would be a very tiny amount of air to bleed at just that one wheel connexion. Just be sure to plug the hose and the line when they are disconnected.


EDIT: Go to any auto parts store and buy some rubber vacuum port caps. They kind of a standard garage staple to have in stock. Also buy very short pieces of brake line with the ends already finished for assembly. Cut the store bought brake line about 2 inches from one end and crimp the tube down real tight. Use that to plug the hose.

USe rubber vacuum port cap to plug the end of the line on at the frame connexion OR getting a fitting to plug it.

Quite frankly i doubt that u will have to bleed any air from it upon reassembly. Just bleed by popping the connexion at the frame once or twice.