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VF500 Galfer brake lines

Discussion in 'Mechanics Garage' started by KarlR, Mar 13, 2021.

  1. KarlR

    KarlR New Member

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    I am replacing the brake lines on my 86 VF500 with the Galfer lines and I was wondering what others have done with the grommet that fits in those wire guides. The Galfer line diameter is much smaller than the OEM. Also. I broke the grommet trying to get it off the OEM line.
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    Install it and see what it looks like, see if there is a clearance issue, if not your good. You could always modify that rubber donut and use your stock holding bracket. I have done this on my rear brake lines I installed with my SSSA bikes.
     


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    Thanks Ridevfr. I found some new correctly sized grommets on the web to fit the Galfer line and the stock holding bracket. It will be more important when I get to the rear brake line.
    Hopefully, with lots of lube, I will be able to get them over the banjo bolt end.

    For anyone interested, the new grommets worked great. With a little silicone spray they slipped over the banjo bolt fittings.
     
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