First post here and a cry for help!
Whilst replacing the discs and pads on the A2 I managed to snap the brake pipe at the join to the rear caliper. (the caliper span as I was using the wind-back tool)
So I need to replace the flex part of the pipe and connect it to the existing metal pipe. The metal pipe connects to the broken flexi pipe through a crimped connector that I have no idea how to remove. Has anyone any experience here?
So far my options feel like:
(1) Replace the metal pipe as well, hoping for a threaded connection further up the line.
(2) Cut the metal pipe and use a flairing tool and male connector to rejoin the pipe.
Am I missing something obvious with connecting/disconnecting these crimped pipe joins?
Thanks,
Neil
Whilst replacing the discs and pads on the A2 I managed to snap the brake pipe at the join to the rear caliper. (the caliper span as I was using the wind-back tool)
So I need to replace the flex part of the pipe and connect it to the existing metal pipe. The metal pipe connects to the broken flexi pipe through a crimped connector that I have no idea how to remove. Has anyone any experience here?
So far my options feel like:
(1) Replace the metal pipe as well, hoping for a threaded connection further up the line.
(2) Cut the metal pipe and use a flairing tool and male connector to rejoin the pipe.
Am I missing something obvious with connecting/disconnecting these crimped pipe joins?
Thanks,
Neil