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Old 10th August 2013, 10:15 AM
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Thank you Stots

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Originally Posted by Stot View Post
I would say that banjos at the back with a 90 degree on them would probably be best for any you do with MX5 callipers in the future though to avoid the possible issue of them rubbing on the seat back.
I totally agree with you on that point when I see the picture of your rear brake lines. I was not expecting the callipers to be front mounted (but rather top or rear mounted) and that close to the back seat assembly.

I usually say (as banjos are more expensive, involve more parts, and are a pain to bleed) that "banjos should be avoided except when there is not enough room to fit tubular fittings". It actually looks like with this set-up, we are very close to this exception where banjos are needed.

A 90° banjo will give the same angle as a straight tubular fitting, but a 45° or even a 60° banjo should do the job.


MX5BrakeLinesBanjo45° par Voucht71, sur Flickr

Hopefully your experience will serve future builders

Thanks.
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