May sound an odd / stupid question but what can I use to block the brake lines off on the car?

I want to refurbish the callipers whilst the car is off the road but I don't want to drain the whole system and have a hard time bleeding it afterwards, nor risk brake fluid dripping on the wheels. so I want to take the callipers off, block the hoses off with something then once the callipers are refitted I will bleed/ refresh the whole lot.

Any ideas?

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When I've got time I forget what I wanted to do, and when I remember what I wanted to do, I have no time!

Could I use an M10 domed nut or are they not likely to seal properly and leak?

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When I've got time I forget what I wanted to do, and when I remember what I wanted to do, I have no time!

as above, most brake fittings are a 1.0mm pitch thread, standard M10 fasteners are 1.5mm pitch.

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Bring on the Trumpets.

Presumably if you're using copper you could just solder up the end if you don't have a welder?

I've often wondered about this, but normally end up flushing the fluid at the same time anyway.

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can't use them on braided brake lines....

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Bring on the Trumpets.

That would be why, I Didnt know he was using those.

I'm pretty sure most people know you cant use them on copper pipe though

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Ryan

My usual method is to use thin plastic foil (dunno If thats the correct name for it) over the brake reservoir to create a air tight seal. Then I unscrew the caliper catching the initial dripping, which is fairly mild, it will stop losing fluid after some few seconds. Then I do my work, reconnect the line, remove the foil and just open the bleed valve and let it drip for 15-20 mins while having a cold beer. Close bleed valve and I've allways had a stone hard pedal, even when I did the ones at the back and didnt even bother to load the compensator.
No pumping of brakes or silly equipment needed. Just open up valve and let her drip away :p

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I do the clingfilm thing too.

TBH you'll have to do a damn good bleed anyway so it isn't too big a concern.

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