240 Brake line connections leaking

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Old 05-09-2014, 01:25 PM
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Hello,
I have been experiencing small leak from Brake lines.
Keep fixing, clean thread and re-tight connections but still leaks....
Should I use Teflon tape or any other material on thread to solve this problem?
Or any advices, please let me know.
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Old 05-09-2014, 06:57 PM
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you could try a small amount of pipe thread compound :RECTORSEAL Pipe Sealant,MultiPurpose,1.75ozTube,Ylw - Pipe Sealants - 4YRW3|25790 - Grainger Industrial Supply

Though, Brake fluid is likes to eat stuff. it may work its way through.
 
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Old 05-10-2014, 09:44 AM
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You should change the line. They are not expensive at all--a junkyard would be the best source. Tapes and sealants are not recommended around brake fluid.
 
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Old 05-10-2014, 10:13 AM
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Thank you guys. I did one more time, loose-tight(really hard) those lines yesterday, now seems no leak at the moment. Cross finger.
I got lines from Junk yard and used it already

I was also thinking about sanding at the end, peel old brass and work with new surface. I didn't try out but maybe better than some other material which maybe melt by brake fluid.
 
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