Slave cylinder

TimG427 · #1 (**permalink**) 02-09-2016, 08:07 AM

It looks like you have Teflon tape on the line, is that ok? I just installed a new slave cylinder and it's leaking from the line.

patrickt · #2 (**permalink**) 02-09-2016, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by TimG427

It looks like you have Teflon tape on the line, is that ok? I just installed a new slave cylinder and it's leaking from the line.

Before you tape it, take it apart, wipe it off good, and blow it out with compressed air. Try not to get fluid on your paint....

Detroit Bill · #3 (**permalink**) 02-09-2016, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by TimG427

It looks like you have Teflon tape on the line, is that ok? I just installed a new slave cylinder and it's leaking from the line.

That happens to be paste (I think). I have added a longer hose since that photo so I could rotate the hose further.

patrickt · #4 (**permalink**) 02-09-2016, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Detroit Bill

That happens to be paste (I think). I have added a longer hose since that photo so I could rotate the hose further.

You know what's funny is that Tilton goes out of their way to say "DO NOT use PTFE tape or thread sealer..." in their instructions, but if you install the wonderful Speed Bleeders they are quite happy to sell you a bottle of thread sealer to go with them and to use a hair dryer when you install them (I guess that's if your hair is wet).

see: Speed Bleeder Installation