As it turned out, one of my calipers was frozen, so the brake lines had to
be removed. My fears were unfounded. Using the proper wrenches, the lines
loosened with relative ease. New caliper and lines are on the way. Much
relieved. I've had the car since new. Now has probably 400,000 miles
(odometer quit at 325,000 some years ago.).
"Jim Corey" wrote in message
>I installed new pads and rotors in my 86 740. (Bendix calipers on front).
>I noticed the brake hoses should be changed. At my local NAPA store the
>counter guy warned me of the difficulty of removing the old (original)
>hoses, saying that I could destroy a fitting. Is this a valid warning?
>Are there any hints? I'm not intimidated nor inexperienced, but I do
>listen to advice.
> --
> J Corey
> 86 740 GLE original owner
> 400,000 miles happy
> >> Stay informed about: 740 brake hoses 
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