Buying brake pipe/tools/bigger servo?

[MacColl]

Ok car is a Mk2 Scirocco 92 GT2 I am going to replace my fuel tank and while I do this I will swap on a refurbished rear beam. I have everything for that beam, drum brakes, springs etc. including handbrake cables but figure I might replace the brake pipes and hoses as these are looking particularly tired at the rear end.

For hoses I will probably get Pagid ones from Carpartsforless (27.60 for the four) not got funds to go braided but I'm fine with that.

Copper brake pipe, I believe is easier to work with than Cunifer for doing this myself.Is this stuff suitable?..or anything better?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/320840248566? ... 1423.l2649

Also a brake pipe flaring tool?..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/181063197795? ... 1423.l2649

I have done fuel lines with copper pipe so have a bending tool and pipe cutter. Anything I should watch out for with fitting? I see pipes that have been replaced in the bay that are a poor fit (probably quickly for an MOT). I would be ultimately getting assistance when fitting the fresh beam and bleeding the system so safety checks will be made.

Also would fitting a larger Mk2 Golf Servo be advisable/straight forward? I have the Servo and master cylinder from a Mk2 Golf later 8v Digifant type. Don't have measurements of servo to hand but someone might have done this?

[Mr Funk]

I think I have about 15ft of copper brake pipe still in the pipe you can have cheap if you want

[MacColl]

Thanks for the offer I'm not sure, would that be enough for the whole car?

Might be interested, cheers.

[Old Mac Rocco]

Hi Amigo.
I was having a look at this a few weeks back.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220674915332? ... 1432.l2649

I know that it is dearer but you also get the connectors and if you do a Best Offer you can save about £1.50 on the price.
I know it is not much but it helps and it is also "Free postage".
The shop also has the flaring tools for sale as well.
I don't know if you would get a bigger discount if you bought two sets (one set each) of the tubing and a flaring tool, might be worth a gamble.
It is the same Dia as you posted up (3/16ths).

[Nate]

Just be careful not to bend the pipe any more than you have to. It doesnt like it. Also worth practicing a few flares before you start. A drop of brake fluid on the die helps stop it sticking to the pipe. I find it easiest to flare one end and attach it, route the pipe, cut to length and then flare the other end.

[MacColl]

Thanks Nate, I suppose plenty time should be set aside for this.

I bought the brake flare tool I linked above, been reading a few posts on CGTI and it seems to be good quality for the price. I believe the cheapest ones can be a nightmare to use.

I've ordered from that link Sandy, got the pipe and unions for a £15 offer, cheers.

Mr Funk It's Jim isn't it? I'll keep you in mind if I feel I need back up pipe, thanks.

I'm going to take some pictures of the Mk2 Servo and master cylinder and make some measurements, might indicate whether it can be done or even whether it is worth doing?

[Nate]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150898514047 that's the one i've got. a bit fiddly with only 1 pair of hands, but do-able. lost count of the number of 3/16" dies i've broken over the years though

[Nate]

oh, and i bet you a quid you flare a pipe and forget to put the nut onto it first

[MacColl]

Guaranteed I'll do exactly that Nate,

Here is the the Mk2 Golf Servo pictured behind the standard(rusty)type, it's bigger but requires it's own master cylinder.Which reservoir would I use?

Trouble is the master cylinder seems to only have two outlets so would require T pieces and possible more confusion with fitting. I could buy a cylinder with four outlets at more expense but would that be all I need? Would there be significant improvement anyway? It would be nice to refurb the parts to have ready to swap on though.


Brake Master Cylinder (when it was saved)

[MacColl]

just changed the title slightly, wondering if anyone can shed any light on this bigger servo? Has anyone done this mod or know anything about it?

I reckon buying a mk2 master cylinder with four outlets should see me right, not sure which one and what reservoir to use?

Going to take a few weeks preparation between work and I'll probably do this entire job when I'm on holiday for a week.