Front Flexi Pipe To Caliper

[eddieH]

Hi,

 

we're just finishing off the brake fitting and we're not sure whether we need a spring washer or something where the front flexis screw into the calipers? When the wheels are steered, it appears that a torque would be applied to this joint. Surely it is possible for the flexi to loosen itself over time and cause a fluid leak? What have you guys done? Many thanks for your help!

 

Edward

[enforcer]

Certainly wasn't an issue for me at SVA, and the original fitting to the sierra did not have a locking device.

[eddieH]

Thanks Enforcer. I'll just make sure they're done up properly and I'll put some fluid in today.

Cheers,

 

Edward

[Snapperpaul]

I had a big problem with the flexipipes direct in to the calipers so made some locknuts from cut down brakepipe connections. Not had a problem since.