Brake:

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Some Facts About Brake Hoses:
#1. The industry standard average safety life of a brake hose is six years. FYI data SAE: J1401, J1703, J1705, J1873, J1406, J1288, J1403, J1833, J1402.
#2. Brake hoses deteriorate from the inside as well as the outside.
#3. Moisture is absorbed into brake fluid systems through brake hoses.
#4. Contaminants in brake fluid act abrasively on the inner wall of brake hoses.
#5. The brake hose reinforcing fabric deteriorates through expansion and moisture.
#6. High operating temperatures contribute to the deterioration of hoses.
#7. Brake hoses swell with age and restrict flow.
#8. Generally all brake hoses on a vehicle deteriorate at the same rate, So all hoses should be replaced if one is found to be faulty!

Brake hose failure mode:

#A. Rupture (burst hose) = age, exercise (too many miles) or impact are the typical cause.

*B. Partial internal collapse = the inner ply becomes damaged/detached acting as a partial restriction and/or one way valve.

#C. Full internal Blockage = the inner ply becomes damaged/detached acting as a plug = brake pedal still feels good but there is no brake application.

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Brake is a safety system = issues can kill you or others!!!

Be aware of your LEGAL LIABILITY.

http://www.matveylaw.com/CM/Custom/Car-Accident-Causes.asp
http://www.expertlaw.com/library/car-accidents/
http://www.nolo.com/article.cfm/ObjectID/0F1CEF63-DD72-4E9C-A9EFEF37DFC3C5ED/catID/C2B5FF79-6DD8-4FD5-85351429C56DCFFD/104/199/255/ART/
http://www.goldsteinhayes.com/PracticeAreas/Automobile-Accidents.asp

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do I have BENDIX or ATE calipers ??? a common question...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/general-information/275588-bendix-ate-caliper.html#post3208802

Warning: Over-stroking the master cylinder may cause it to fail.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/general-information/334529-warning-over-stroking-master-cylinder-may-cause-fail.html

TYPICAL 'RUBBER' BRAKE HOSE FAILURES
http://www.maltech.com.au/brakehoses.html
http://www.familycar.com/brakes.htm

Incredible data, a must read.
Brakes FAQ Home Volvo Maintenance FAQ for 7xx/9xx/90 Cars
http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/faq/Brakes.html

The Brake Bible
http://www.carbibles.com/brake_bible.html

Bendix Instructional Videos
http://www.bendixbrakes.com/techCorner/

ATE Caliper half O ring source
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=295769

Brakes caught fire 1999 C280 (with pictures of damage)
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=208962

Tell my dad my tire is on fire!
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=105730

gruesome 617 engine pics - don't look if you have a weak stomach
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=147821

Industry Adopts Brake Fluid Replacement Guidelines By Bill Williams, Technical Contributor
http://www.babcox.com/editorial/bf/bf50412.htm

Brake flush every two years?! U'r kidding right?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=96852&page=1&pp=15

Why should I flush my brake fluid every year, you ask?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=220599

Brake bleeder recommendation
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=455818

Power Bleeder or what?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=707359

Brake bleeder - power bleeder Homemade
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=117258

Anyone replace brake pads on new '03 E-class?? ("deactivate" the SBC system).
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=2392913

WARPED ROTORS
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1105426

How To Replace Front Rotor W123
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/214123-how-replace-front-rotor-w123.html

Brake squeal fixes for new rotors, calipers, pads?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=142244

Can't remove rear brake rotor.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=105072

Parking brake adjustment
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=187621

testing ABS sensors
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=138164

Is it bad to just replace one brake rotor...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1029208

brake pads/caliper--need help!
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1022773

New disks old pads
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=888590

brake problems- I really, really, dislike brake work!
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=184248

Frau Frankenbenz not stopping on a dime
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1059782

Eaten alive! My brakes that is...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=666235

How long do your brake pads last?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=227992

Removing brake disk 300D. Real -vs-Manuel
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=593769

Weak brakes, but good pedal feel.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=993172

Brake bleed disaster
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=396205

Disappearing Brake Fluid
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1033187

Brake Fluid Blowout
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=772785

Defective new master cylinder? (long)
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=798232

HOW do you attach the Resevoir to the Master Cylinder??
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1066676

W126 master cylinder and reservoir
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=826695

W123 Dragging brake question
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1003736

Need brake advice / calipers not releasing
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=656713

What trips the ABS light on a W126?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=761019

I have tried everything... vac booster
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=997851

Brake system bleeding, master cylinder bleeding
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1127978

1995 C280 Brake Job Question
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=864475

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Antique Brake systems

Mercedes-Benz Ponton Front Brake Maintenance
http://www.mbzponton.org/valueadded/maintenance/brakes.htm

Mercedes-Benz Ponton ATE Brake Booster Rebuild
http://www.mbzponton.org/valueadded/maintenance/booster/booster.htm

Mercedes-Benz Ponton Brake Cylinder Replacement
http://www.mbzponton.org/valueadded/maintenance/brakecyl.htm

Mercedes-Benz Ponton Brake Light Switch
http://www.mbzponton.org/valueadded/maintenance/brakeswitch.htm

Mercedes-Benz Ponton
~ replacing worn out brake and clutch pedal washers ~
http://www.mbzponton.org/valueadded/maintenance/pedalwashers.htm

Brakes: ATE power brakes (brochure / ATE T-50 manual)

Brakes: ATE T-50 article

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Brake line flaring tools, and how to use them.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/219767-tips-making-successful-bubble-flares.html

Replacement metric brake line fittings
http://store.fedhillusa.com/

metric bubble flaring tool set
https://www.google.com/search?q=metric+bubble+flaring+tool+set&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-USfficial&client=firefox-a

http://www.agscompany.com/automotive/brake-fuel-transmission-lines/poly-armour/320

AAS 6mm Bubble Flare Brake Line Union
http://www.amazon.com/AAS-Bubble-Flare-Brake-277000/dp/B006HI6FRG/

http://www.denlorstools.com/home/dt1/page_45095/v_8_tools_806_316_tubing_bending__plier.html


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DIY ASR Defeat Switch
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=55692