What does banjo bolt do?
Banjo bolts are used in automobile brakes systems because they are designed to withstand a lot of pressure. Braking systems require the transfer of pressurized fluids, so to connect brake-fluid lines to brake cylinders effectively, a component that allows this transfer while withstanding pressure is needed.
What is a banjo style fitting?
A banjo fitting is a hydraulic fitting consisting of a perforated hollow bolt, or internally relieved bolt, and a spherical union for fluid transfer. It is typically used to connect a fluid line to a rigid, internally threaded hydraulic component.
What is a double banjo bolt?
This banjo bolt allows you to stack two banjo fittings on the same port. Remember to use three Crush Washers (Part No. 3241-3/8, sold separately) with this setup.
Are all banjo bolts the same?
Unless you shift by pushing the brake lever, you need a new banjo bolt. The only banjo bolts compatible with the BR-M820 are the short banjo bolt (with the o-rings, this is part number Y8H098010.
How much torque should a banjo bolt have?
Instructions: Do not lubricate bolt. With two new crush washers installed, torque bolt to 96 – 120 in-lbs. (do not exceed 144 in-lbs).
How do I know what size banjo bolt I need?
The banjo bolts are on the fuel line and connect to the mechanical fuel pump bolted to the engine. The metric banjo bolts measure a follows. Shank 7.9mm in diameter, bore 3.8mm, length under side of the head to end of thread 16.35mm. Thread length 9.3mm and the are 9 threads in that length.
What size is the banjo bolt?
Banjo Bolt, Thread Size: M12 x 1.5; Bolt Length: 20mm.
How do you measure brake lines?
How to Measure a Brake Line Diameter
- Locate the brake lines by consulting your car’s owners manual or a shop manual.
- Clamp the caliper over an unobstructed area of the brake line.
- Read the measurement on the caliper.
- Convert the reading, if necessary.