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Do I Need Teflon Tape On My New Clutch Line?

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#1 ·
When I install this new clutch line from MWR. It is the Speed Source Stainless Steel Clutch Line.

I'm just not sure if the new connections need Teflon tape, Or could I just use Red High Temp Silicone?

Thanks.
 
#4 ·
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (WhyT @ Aug 8 2008, 02:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div>
I'm just not sure if the new connections need Teflon tape, Or could I just use Red High Temp Silicone?[/b]
I didn't use either, nor anything else and they seem to be fine.

I don't think the thread is supposed to seal anything, like they do with some oil stuff.
 
#5 ·
Thanks guys.
I will have a full write up on how to properly bleed the clutch and my impressions tomorrow.

I would do it tonight but my air compressor sits on my bedroom wall and my ever so sweet wife would be rather pissed.
 
#8 ·
Please draft the best writeup you can. This job is cycling up on my list and I've been putting it off because of the bleeding issue.
 
#12 ·
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (MikeV @ Aug 8 2008, 09:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div>
Sounds like you got the message, "no sealant."

Boy, you're going to wish you had a pressure bleeder. :)[/b]
I have something better than a pressure bleeder.

But I messed up and ran the master cylinder dry of fluid and now I don't have enough to finish the job. So now I have to ride by bicycle to the store to go get more.
 
#13 ·
Can't wait to hear the before-and-after report. I'm hoping for better pedal feel, like you get from the brakeline upgrade.
 
#16 ·
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Bean'sShadow @ Aug 8 2008, 12:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div>
I wouldn't call yours a clutch pedal...more like a clutch foot button, it's that short of a throw. This is not hyperbole, either.[/b]
I just finished up and it is even better now Bean.

Do you remember how gooey the pedal felt? As if there was zero feedback?
Now it feels more direct you can really tell exactly where you are and have so much control over it now. I LOVE IT!!

When I'm bored tonight I will get the pics uploaded and do the full write up.
 
#17 ·
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (WhyT @ Aug 8 2008, 03:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div>
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Bean'sShadow @ Aug 8 2008, 12:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I wouldn't call yours a clutch pedal...more like a clutch foot button, it's that short of a throw. This is not hyperbole, either.[/b]
I just finished up and it is even better now Bean.
Do you remember how gooey the pedal felt? As if there was zero feedback?
Now it feels more direct you can really tell exactly where you are and have so much control over it now. I LOVE IT!!
When I'm bored tonight I will get the pics uploaded and do the full write up.
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Are you sure all the air was out of it in the first place? :icon_lol:
I wanna hear this bleeding technique but I will say your a cheater for using an air compressor! (however you did it)