gstman
Member
Hi Guys,
Let me set the plot,
Noticed some leaking from my Rear Diff, thought it was the pinion seal. Then got some a low break fluid message and red brake light. Topped it, got the same message 2 days later, so i figured must be a leak. Google my thought, was on the patch of a failed PCRV valve. Checked the valve, no signs of leakage.
Then I got this crazy idea to trace the brake pipe along the body of the for leaks, so before i started, i grabbed my Rave, searched, and notice the rear lines cross over the rear axle.
Went under the rover, wiped the axle and exhaust pipe dry. Started her up, pumped the brake 3 or 4 times...went back under and there it was, raining down.
Found this:
So I relieve on not having to change a pinion seal or PCRV valve (thing under the coolant overflow tank), But I can't seem to find an where to purchase the replacement pipe.
I notice the mention of using custom copper pipes in the forums, but some were not keen on its ability to handle the pressure.
So my question is, should i use OEM steel or custom copper pipe. If OEM, can you point me to online shop with it for sale, if Copper what are the specs for the pipe, i'm guessing the external and internal diameter and length.
And also how difficult is this going to be to change fix.
Thanks in Advance
Let me set the plot,
Noticed some leaking from my Rear Diff, thought it was the pinion seal. Then got some a low break fluid message and red brake light. Topped it, got the same message 2 days later, so i figured must be a leak. Google my thought, was on the patch of a failed PCRV valve. Checked the valve, no signs of leakage.
Then I got this crazy idea to trace the brake pipe along the body of the for leaks, so before i started, i grabbed my Rave, searched, and notice the rear lines cross over the rear axle.
Went under the rover, wiped the axle and exhaust pipe dry. Started her up, pumped the brake 3 or 4 times...went back under and there it was, raining down.
Found this:
So I relieve on not having to change a pinion seal or PCRV valve (thing under the coolant overflow tank), But I can't seem to find an where to purchase the replacement pipe.
I notice the mention of using custom copper pipes in the forums, but some were not keen on its ability to handle the pressure.
So my question is, should i use OEM steel or custom copper pipe. If OEM, can you point me to online shop with it for sale, if Copper what are the specs for the pipe, i'm guessing the external and internal diameter and length.
And also how difficult is this going to be to change fix.
Thanks in Advance