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i have lost the washer which fits into the break caliper from the front break lines. what should i do? would a matching washer from the autoparts store work, or do i need to get the real thing?
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If it is the washer that is between the banjo bolt and the caliper housing, you need to get a washer that is specifically made to compress between the two. I don't know if it needs to be factory or not, but make sure it is a washer that is specifically made for brake lines. This is the only seal between the hose and the caliper. A standard flat washer will not do.
Item 17 on this schematic is what I am talking about. Are we talking about the same thing?
-Jon16 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT with 175hp stock, no upgrades required...
13 Yamaha WR450 with FMF pipe, Baja Designs street legal kit
78 GS750E finely tuned with:
78 KZ1000 in pieces with:
Rust, new ignition, burnt valves and CLEAN carbs!
History book:
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They are called crush washers ANY bike shop should have themComment
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Thanks Lynn! I didn't know the name!
-Jon16 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT with 175hp stock, no upgrades required...
13 Yamaha WR450 with FMF pipe, Baja Designs street legal kit
78 GS750E finely tuned with:
78 KZ1000 in pieces with:
Rust, new ignition, burnt valves and CLEAN carbs!
History book:
02 GSF1200S Bandit (it was awesome)
12 Aprilia Shiver 750
82 GS1100G
83 Kaw 440LTD
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You may be able to find the correct size crush washer at an auto parts store. As long as it is aluminum or copper it will work if the size is correct. A steel washer will not work.Comment
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thanks....what about the rubber boot that fits overt the bleed valve mine has rotted.Comment
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Up here you can buy a package of 10 washers for 6 bucks and they are always in stock at the bike dealers. The rubber cover isn't too important, you'll just have to dig the road grime out of the hole whenever you want to bleed the brakes.
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