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NJSS wrote:
Gary. Do your research but consider Kunifer pipes for, as has been said, it is much easier to work with.
Insofar as insurance is concerned talk to your insurers about a lower level of cover, it might be worthwhile.
Good luck.
NJSS
Many thks and indeed would do it in kunifer
Suppose at the moment there’s so many questions that I’m not 100% sure of until I get a proper look at everything that’s been highlighted , get some piccies and then share them to see what the views are
That’s a good idea, thk u
18th Sep 2024 12:00 pm
gstuart
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Pete K wrote:
I've used that flare tool on fiesta steel brake pipes. No issues.
Don't be afraid to use copper brake pipe. bends easily. lasts longer than steel
Thks Pete as that’s good to know
Indeed would use kunifer , was just curious on the flaring tool and coupling etc
Think I’ll be a lot happier in one sense once I’ve stripped both sill panels off and have a good look around in what I’m dealing with
Thks as always
18th Sep 2024 12:04 pm
gstuart
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Lrstaylor wrote:
Gary iv sent you a pm on the other forum
Cheers mate and I’ve just seen it
18th Sep 2024 12:04 pm
gstuart
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Happen to come across a video which was very interesting
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Gary I know LR ownership can sometimes leave you pulling your hair out,... but pulling teeth? yµ (idµ - eAµ) ψ=mψ
19th Sep 2024 4:12 pm
loanrangie
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Pete K wrote:
I've used that flare tool on fiesta steel brake pipes. No issues.
Don't be afraid to use copper brake pipe. bends easily. lasts longer than steel
Is copper legal to use, its not here in OZ ?
20th Sep 2024 3:44 am
gstuart
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PROFSR G wrote:
Gary I know LR ownership can sometimes leave you pulling your hair out,... but pulling teeth?
Hi buddy
Indeed feels like that sometimes 🤣
Garage hopefully will bring it back today on there flatbed, will be interesting to get eyes on it for the first time
Have found a welder that’s been recommend to me via another LR forum so that’s a start to see if it can be fixed or not
Hope ur good mate
20th Sep 2024 4:42 am
gstuart
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loanrangie wrote:
Pete K wrote:
I've used that flare tool on fiesta steel brake pipes. No issues.
Don't be afraid to use copper brake pipe. bends easily. lasts longer than steel
Is copper legal to use, its not here in OZ ?
Must confess I think it has to be kunifer and not copper
Of course happy to be corrected if that’s not true
20th Sep 2024 4:43 am
Pete K
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loanrangie wrote:
Pete K wrote:
I've used that flare tool on fiesta steel brake pipes. No issues.
Don't be afraid to use copper brake pipe. bends easily. lasts longer than steel
Is copper legal to use, its not here in OZ ?
I believe so. Have a bit on mine.
I know the Germans don't like it
20th Sep 2024 9:27 am
Pete K
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If you mad enough to do the welding yourself. maybe a few tips of how or how not to here:
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20th Sep 2024 9:32 am
gstuart
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Hi mate
Bless u as always and must confess wouldn’t attempt to try the welding on this seeing it’s such an integral part of the vehicle , I’ve only done stick welding over the years
Disco came back this morning so happy it’s at least back on my driveway
Will try and get my neighbour to take the plastic sill covers off for me both back and front on both sides
Think I’ll also strip the rear inner arches out to ensure no rust has traveled that far
I’ll then give the welder a call to come out and have a look once I’ve exposed everything for him
Talking of welding I hope by just disconnecting the battery and alternator lead at the battery end and the earth will protect the modules from any welder spikes and not frying them
Thks again as always
20th Sep 2024 1:41 pm
gstuart
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Pete K wrote:
loanrangie wrote:
Pete K wrote:
I've used that flare tool on fiesta steel brake pipes. No issues.
Don't be afraid to use copper brake pipe. bends easily. lasts longer than steel
Is copper legal to use, its not here in OZ ?
I believe so. Have a bit on mine.
I know the Germans don't like it
Out of curiosity Talking of copper I assume it would work harden opposed to kunifer remaining flexible etc , so indeed maybe that’s why many countries don’t allow the copper
20th Sep 2024 1:46 pm
Pete K
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yes, just disconnect battery.
Yes, copper can work harden
20th Sep 2024 1:51 pm
gstuart
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Sorry to read about your woes, especially after all the work you have done on your Disco
I went through a similar trauma a few years ago when the engine on mine decided to throw a con-rod through the block. I decided after a great deal of thought to get the engine replaced at great cost and, touch wood,it's been fine so far with 40K uneventful miles.
Previous to that I replaced the rear suspension arms, tie rods and bearings including wheel bearings. I bought second hand wishbones from GOS which were in excellent condition and at a good price. Decided to Polybush them as I have used them on other Land and Range Rovers that I have owned, personally I have never had an issue with them but it's each to his own.
I have also used copper brake lines for years without any problems (3/16" dia), it's a double swage and the fittings are M10x 1mm pitch. I have the same flaring tool as mentioned in earlier posts and found it to be very good.
Hope all of your searches for solutions and options turn out to be favourable
All best wishes Buddie
Good Luck
John Relocated to Mid France from N. Wales March 2021
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