Line Lock Install Woes
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Line Lock Install Woes
Well who woulda thought something so simple could **** me off so much? My Dad bought a PSP Line Lock kit for one of my Christmas gifts, and I finally got around to installing it. I had 2 other Lightning owners with similar setups, so I thought "this will be cake".. WRONG! 
It kept leaking no matter what. I checked the fittings, reapplied teflon tape, and at one point, even ran to Discount Auto parts for a new fitting. Honestly, to all of us, it's almost as if the Hurst box is leaking around the middle, where the aluminum heatsink area transitions into the smooth cylinder wall. Are these 2 piece units? We didn't think it could leak there, so we assumed that the top brass fitting was the culprit. I replaced the fitting, and tried again.. IT STILL *(!@&^#!ING LEAKS! So after 5 hours of troubleshooting, I went back to stock.
Before I call Sal and see about a new unit, is there anything else to check? I can't believe I'm having this luck, I mean it's like 4 fittings and 2 wires... GAH!
It kept leaking no matter what. I checked the fittings, reapplied teflon tape, and at one point, even ran to Discount Auto parts for a new fitting. Honestly, to all of us, it's almost as if the Hurst box is leaking around the middle, where the aluminum heatsink area transitions into the smooth cylinder wall. Are these 2 piece units? We didn't think it could leak there, so we assumed that the top brass fitting was the culprit. I replaced the fitting, and tried again.. IT STILL *(!@&^#!ING LEAKS! So after 5 hours of troubleshooting, I went back to stock.
Before I call Sal and see about a new unit, is there anything else to check? I can't believe I'm having this luck, I mean it's like 4 fittings and 2 wires... GAH!
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Originally Posted by Silver-Bolt
Teflon tape should not be used with brake systems.
So no tape at all? I know it's not good if it gets IN the system, but you think the compression fittings by themselves offer enough seal?
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I bought mine from Sal, and it leaked also. I think one of the fittings was not within spec. I ended up having to use Teflon Tape to get it to seal. I could not find the exact fitting anywhere. I have had it in for over 2 years now, and I haven't had any problems with it "knock on wood"
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You have to use teflon tape, or paste, on the solenoid itself because it's all pipe thread. If you use tape, just be especially careful not to let it go below the fitting, so it doesn't come off into the solenoid (even though there are screens on each inlet).
As for the main body leaking, I've never heard of that one. I know some people have had the fittings leak, but usually a quick tweak or tighten will solve that. I try not to overighten them when I make them.
As for the main body leaking, I've never heard of that one. I know some people have had the fittings leak, but usually a quick tweak or tighten will solve that. I try not to overighten them when I make them.
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Originally Posted by Fast95Z
Use liquid thread sealant with teflon on the fittings then let it sit overnight so it hardens.
I'll give this a whirl and see what happens. Sal, I'll give you guys a call if that doesn't work. I appreciate all the info!
