Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Started installation of flexible brake lines - 1.5 hours

 Before I get the front deck into place, I want to ensure that I have all of the brake lines on the rudder pedals sorted out. The local auto race shop Mopac, which is similar to Summit Racing in the US sells stainless braided PTFE brake lines.  

I ended up purchasing 2-16" lines for the park brake to pedals. And 2-38" Lines to run from pilot pedal to co-pilot pedal. On initial fit, both look a tad long.


Perhaps I should go to the next size down line 14" and 36" respectively.


 One item that I did, was to route the brake lines through the lightening hole in the brake pedal brace. I 3D printed a type of 2-piece interlocking grommet/line holder out of black PLA. It took a revision or 2 to get it right. Holds the lines nicely in place.