Looking at the tubing for the brake lines I did a quick guesstimate about how much I'll need and it doesn't look like I have enough. I'll look into buying some more. It's stiffer than I thought, so routing it through the fuselage to the brakes ought to be fun... :-O
I also heard from TAF SA that the factory did a mod to the end of the line where it connects to the brake caliper to ensure the plastic isn't too close the heat of the brakes. They fashioned a steel tube for the final few inches. I don't have that tube, so I'll look into fab'ing it myself.
Here are the drawings sent to me:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/the-13500?seid=srese1&cm_mmc=pla-google-_-shopping-_-srese1-_-thermo-tec&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0dHdBRDEARIsAHjZYYAFKeD76Ehqaa8aCzZcJOmdPsYrkD-_RG3N_lzf07Ewl_DoHHG2HH4aAjv9EALw_wcB
ReplyDeleteThis wouldn't look as nice as a fabricated piece, but i wonder if some heat reflective tape would do the job.
I'm discussing with another builder another option, which would be to use a stainless steel braided line. That probably looks like the best option. I'll post his pics soon.
DeleteMy buddy's RV uses the braided line. I think it's a better choice because it's also a bit easier to remove when necessary. Keep in mind that angles are not really your friend, as the breaker lines need to be tight under high pressure.
ReplyDeleteYeah, I discussed this with another builder yesterday and he convinced me braided stainless steel was the way to go. I'll post his pictures tonight.
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