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nicevilledave
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Member # 64
Posts: 9
From: niceville florida
Registered: 2/14/04
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posted 3/28/04 5:51:13 PM
Gentleman, a mechanical question:
I want to replace the right front calipher (with one that is steel sleeved) on my 71 hardtop. It has been replaced before.
The mechanic who did the work apparently rounded the fitting/compression nut that marries the steel line (from the proportional valve) to the rubber line that goes to the calipher. So much so it won't take a sized wrench.
What can I use to disconnect the fitting and not ruin it? Could I use a vise grip or plyers to try to get it to turn? My hesitancy is that I want to be able to get the lines back together, not end up with a tow job. Thanks in advance.
P.S., The fitting that marries the steel line into the proportional valve doesn't want to break loose either. The entire steel line is only about 3-3.5 inches long but I can get no leverage to break it loose at the valve.
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nicevilledave
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Member # 64
Posts: 9
From: niceville florida
Registered: 2/14/04
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posted 3/30/04 11:25:59 AM
Really I know my right from my left. That said, what I meant was "I want to replace the left front calipher..."
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IA Bump
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Member # 93
Posts: 3
From: Michigan
Registered: 4/19/04
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posted 4/19/04 1:02:14 PM
I'd go ahead and use the vise grips. You may even want to take the proportioning valve loose from the frame first to get a better angle. You'll want to hold the proportioning valve with another wrench/vise grips if you do this. You're going to end up ruining your fitting in the process, but you can buy them pre-bent and to-size from Eckler's or Mid America Corvette.
You're other option is to by a good tubing wrench. Make sure you get a good brand though. It's common for the cheaper wrenches to bend due to their unusual head shape.
My 2 cents...Good luck!
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