I need some advice/ info/ prayers for replacing a brake line.

TURNz · Feb 20, 2018

I Did see a video where a guy used a crowsfoot socket thing. I've never used one.

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afpj · Feb 20, 2018

you really need a set of crows foot wrenches if you're working on brake lines. Also need to remove spare to get the union of the rear lines. Its held onto the cross member by a 10mm bolt iirc. i used a mirror to see it, then a flexhead ratcheting combo wrench to remove bolt, then you can get access to the line connector a bit easier.

Big Mama · Feb 20, 2018

The Dorman set up for that price including fittings is the way to go if you find it. Plan on a full day so you can take your time. It won’t take that long but as Urban mentioned there are a few spots that will test your patience. If you have a buddy have them help. It always makes it at least seem easier. Remember about the bleeders. Good luck and take lots of pics for the next guy. You can do it.

TM98 · Feb 20, 2018

What size crows foot wrench do you need?

TURNz · Feb 20, 2018

The large fittings are 14mm.

I tried. I couldn't get to the fitting in the abs unit. Two different wrenches and i couldn't get either one on in a position that allowed me to move it.

So i called the mechanic around the corner and he estimated $150 . So i gave up.

I'm dropping the truck off Thursday.
I am a disgrace to my people.

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Tonyrodz · Feb 20, 2018

TURNz said:
The large fittings are 14mm.

I tried. I couldn't get to the fitting in the abs unit. Two different wrenches and i couldn't get either one on in a position that allowed me to move it.

So i called the mechanic around the corner and he estimated $150 . So i gave up.

I'm dropping the truck off Thursday.
I am a disgrace to my people.

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Sometimes you just gotta know when to hand it over to a professional. As long as you gave it your best, there's no disgrace in that.

TURNz · Feb 21, 2018

I went to 3 stores and nobody had the flare nut style crows foot. So i got standard flare nut and a set with heads that folded 90 degrees.
I don't think i could have gotten a ratchet in there.

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Big Mama · Feb 21, 2018

Giving up means you didn’t try. You tried.

I need some advice/ info/ prayers for replacing a brake line.

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