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Old November 22nd, 2017, 08:21 AM   #4
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Name: Chris
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MOTM - Sep '15
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Originally Posted by Triple Jim View Post
Just be aware that many rubbers will not last long in brake fluid, including the common buna-n (nitrile) that rubber hose is often made from. McMaster-Carr has a selection of EPDM rubber tubing. Put that into their search box to see it.

Rubber-brake fluid compatibility chart:
http://www.efunda.com/designStandard...=Brake%20Fluid

Although EPDM rubber is not in the chart, it's very similar to "Ethylene-Propylene" and withstands DOT 3 and 4 brake fluid well.
I was looking at something like this since I can pick it up now, is Nylon strong enough?

Nylon Tube
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