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Quick Question on Hydraulic Disk Brakes

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2021 12:51 pm
by Mikey1968
I thought I was done with my disk brake project on my 26 Touring but have a lingering question.

The hose from the remote reservoir is a bit long and I let the hose droop a little below the level of the master cylinder in the routing. Seems to make no difference and the system bled ok. Do you think this will create a problem?

Thanks,
Mike

Re: Quick Question on Hydraulic Disk Brakes

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2021 1:53 pm
by TXGOAT2
I don't believe that would be a problem if you were able to get the system fully bled. Ideally, every line in a system would be placed so that bubbles would rise to the highest point in the system. I doubt that's ever been accomplished.

Re: Quick Question on Hydraulic Disk Brakes

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2021 1:58 pm
by Model T Ron
You will be fine as long as the air is out.

Re: Quick Question on Hydraulic Disk Brakes

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2021 11:03 pm
by Craig Leach
Hi Michael,
Gravity being the weakest but most persistant force in the universe it shoud not be a issue unless it kinks over time. Check it once in awhile, you never know when the extra hose will come in handy.
Craig.