When removing Caliper, what should be used to cap the line

[dog2bert]

When removing Caliper, what should be used to cap the line?

Would you recommend against the clamps on the brake line itself?

[nahvkolaj]

Vacuum plugs over the line ends do a good job of containing brake fluid leaks

[Estoril]

I use a Schwaben fluid line stopper kit.

https://us.amazon.com/Schwaben-005939SCH01A-Piece-Fluid-Stopper/dp/B01DFMW3MC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

[D-O]

Vacuum cap that fits tightly. I wedge a short 2x4 between the seat and the brake pedal to keep the brake pedal ever so slightly depressed. No drips, but I still use a vacuum cap.

And no, I would not clamp a brake hose.

[dog2bert]

I am going to give this a try: Didn't know this existed before

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2DJJBWK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[D-O]

Nice find. May just grab a set myself.

[Gt4]

I made caps myself, very practical when you play a lot with these cars.

I cut the rubber from old brake lines and weld/plug the make caps, see picture:

[Cubieman]

Vacuum caps w/zipties, locally available and definitely work.

[eacmen]

I made caps myself, very practical when you play a lot with these cars.

I cut the rubber from old brake lines and weld/plug the make caps, see picture:

I need this in my life.


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[Gt4]

Yes it’s super practical when you want to swap brakes from one car to another or if you want to paint your calipers as a winter project or send them to powdercoat.

Just need old brake lines or the cheapest one at local auto parts!

[BMWE46M3]

A few more options. https://www.jegs.com/p/JEGS/JEGS-AN-...52564/10002/-1

[George Hill]

If you are replacing the rubber line, pinch it somewhere towards the body connection. Then cut the line in half (between the pinch and caliper) and screw a 5/16" sheet metal screw into the body side opening. Once you replace the line keep this old piece to screw on if you aren't replacing the lines in the future.

*edit, this will be secure enough that the car can be moved and still have some brake pressure. There are more than 1 cars kicking around my shop that have a pair of calipers removed but still functioning brake pedal.