Brake Pipes

[smithymc]

Another basic one I'm afraid - should I get copper or copper-nickel pipes?

Thanks

Mark

[lukasdeopalenica]

I use copper pipes. They work fine and are easy to fit, but should be made of certified pipes, however.

[MattNoVAT]

I use copper-nickel myself.

[HFStuart]

Copper nickel here too. Pretty easy to work but might need more than a cheapo pipe flarer.

[smithymc]

Thanks all.

I also want to clarify sizes for new male fittings, as there seem a range available - are they 10mm x 1.25mm or 1mm?

From bitter experience last night, a proper spanner for the fittings seems a good investment too.

On the plus side, all 4 bleed nipples at the front are working fine.

Thanks again.

Mark

[lukasdeopalenica]

Originally should be 10X1.25. Open hex spanner is strongly advised.

[spud]

On the plus side, all 4 bleed nipples at the front are working fine.
Mark

Now that's a rarity...

Pipes- I would go with copper/nickel or what it's often known as, kunifer. Copper goes brittle with age and often gets a 'furry' appearance. Kunifer tends to resist this strange effect and stays looking 'as new'. Kunifer is quite a lot stronger too whilst still easily shaped for bends etc.

Andrew.