willwood brake KIT--HELP

[20CivicSi07]

where the brake line goes to the back of the caliper is leaking, is there a seperate or aftermarket fitting that i am missing?

IM AFFRAID TO TIGHTIN THE BOLT ANY TIGHTER BECAUSE I DONT WANNA SNAP IT

Any suggestions or tips on what i can do i appreciate!!

[juicy55908]

you could definantly try wrapping the end with some plumber's tape, that stuff is wonders

[chaohliu]

did you drop the washers (i think there are two)?

[Kingpin]

Originally Posted by juicy55908

you could definantly try wrapping the end with some plumber's tape, that stuff is wonders

I wouldn't recommend it. You should NOT need tape on the lines, they are designed to seal without tape so if it's leaking there is something else wrong.

[drk]

Originally Posted by Kingpin

I wouldn't recommend it. You should NOT need tape on the lines, they are designed to seal without tape so if it's leaking there is something else wrong.

I agree... Somewhat. Leaking brakelines is NOT a good thing. It is not supposed to happen. But for future reference, I always use plumber's tape or some kind of RTV sealant.

[20CivicSi07]

Originally Posted by chaohliu

did you drop the washers (i think there are two)?

what do you mean drop the washers? as in not use them?

[byronl225]

Originally Posted by 20CivicSi07

what do you mean drop the washers? as in not use them?

i think he means while u were installing them. Did you drop the washers when instaling them?

[Zigg]

I know this is late, but the Wilwood Dynalite calipers have a different inlet fitting than we have in our stock lines, that's why they recommend their lines, or you need an adapter. They use Standard sizes and we use metric. Their inlet size is 1/8-27NPT while ours... I have no idea. I'm actually searching right now for that.

[Soccerking3000]

Originally Posted by drk

I agree... Somewhat. Leaking brakelines is NOT a good thing. It is not supposed to happen. But for future reference, I always use plumber's tape or some kind of RTV sealant.

You should NEVER use rtv or plumbers tape on brake lines or any flaired fittings for that matter.

[psycho43142]

Originally Posted by Soccerking3000

You should NEVER use rtv or plumbers tape on brake lines or any flaired fittings for that matter.

... but a pipe thread fitting would require it.

[iCeMaN57]

Which kit did you get? Pics?

[Zigg]

It's the Wilwood Dynalite kit, same as for the RSX-S. 12.19" Rotors, Aluminum Hats, Billet Caliper Adapter, and 4 Piston Dynalite Caliper. Very very nice kit. I know this... because I just installed it myself.

*Edit* CorSport USA Wilwood Dynalite Listing

[iCeMaN57]

Man! I've been looking at this. Can you post pics please or pm them?

[CivicDemon]

does this come with the rotors and brakes also ? I mean might be a dumb question but i kind of figure it does since its a kit ??

[iCeMaN57]

If it is the one that they linked in post 12, then yes.

[DonKijote07]

I just put mine on last night. I didnt like the threads sticking out a little either but o well. Anyways I did the 1/8 fitting (not the cone looking one), using a little locktite, pointing up towards the fender and I took at it this morning and no problems.
Out of curiousity, how many washers did you end up using? I'm referring to the washers provided to line up the caliper and have the bolt sit flush.
EDIT: If you bought the wilwood lines it should have come with a 90 degree pipe w/ threads on both ends (2 of them), I've read that using anything other than the wilwood lines will not fit.

[Soccerking3000]

Originally Posted by psycho43142

... but a pipe thread fitting would require it.

thats because its a pipe its not the same as flaired fitting.

[Zigg]

In simple terms 1/8-27NPT is 1/8" with 27 threads per inch. The stock Honda fitting WHICH IS NOT THE CORRECT ONE AND A FREAKING GAMBLE WITH YOUR LIFE is 3mm. Now, 1/8 inch is awfully close to 3mm... BUT IT ISN'T 3mm. 1/8 inch is actually 3.175mm which is LARGER. That and I believe we have a 24 thread per inch fitting. What you're essentially doing is putting an incorrectly sized hydraulic line into your caliper, using a compound to hold it which will be eaten away by the corrosive nature of brake fluid, and putting a system designed to bring a 2872lb + driver (and hopefully not your family too) to a halt at a disadvantage wherein the fitting can pop out under heavy (or even repeated light) braking rendering your entire brake system null therefore only giving you option to stop with a combination of engine braking via downshifts and the emergency brake. NOT something I'd do.

SAFETY FIRST!!!!!!!!!! Don't risk your life, and the lives of others in a short sighted gamble. That is why Wilwood attached about 30 bright green cards into your package which emphasized the sheer importance of having a PROFESSIONAL install your brakes. I repeat, PROFESSIONAL!!!!!!!!!!


Edit: I believe I used 2 shims. I'm actually waiting for my adapters from Goodridge to arrive. I only did a mockup so far, so I can make sure everything is safe first. And on that note, while my brakes on my car are still perfectly good (OEM Rotors, Hawk Blue, OEM Calipers) I have this for the sheer note that my OEM Calipers are starting to squish and my OEM Rotors are... 91k miles old with a TON of beating, while they're still in spec... they're brakes and I don't want to put a wager on them. And... if I don't feel comfortable with the install, I will just drive my track car around for the next few days, trying to avoid speedbumps and potholes so I don't teeter my car on one.

[K20FD2R]

Show some pics.

[DonKijote07]

Originally Posted by Zigg

In simple terms 1/8-27NPT is 1/8" with 27 threads per inch. The stock Honda fitting WHICH IS NOT THE CORRECT ONE AND A FREAKING GAMBLE WITH YOUR LIFE is 3mm. Now, 1/8 inch is awfully close to 3mm... BUT IT ISN'T 3mm. 1/8 inch is actually 3.175mm which is LARGER. That and I believe we have a 24 thread per inch fitting. What you're essentially doing is putting an incorrectly sized hydraulic line into your caliper, using a compound to hold it which will be eaten away by the corrosive nature of brake fluid, and putting a system designed to bring a 2872lb + driver (and hopefully not your family too) to a halt at a disadvantage wherein the fitting can pop out under heavy (or even repeated light) braking rendering your entire brake system null therefore only giving you option to stop with a combination of engine braking via downshifts and the emergency brake. NOT something I'd do.

SAFETY FIRST!!!!!!!!!!

The compound you are referring to, is that the locktite? I agree on that it will be eaten away. BUT.. if you use the lines that can be bought straight from wilwood, isn't all of this avoided?
I'm ASKING, not looking to argue. My fitting stuck out a little as well, I took it to honda to get it reflushed, paid the extra 25 dollars for brake inspection and I they said nothing.... again, I'm asking