I replaced the complete brake system, lines, hoses, wheel cylinders and it appears that the front wheel cylinders are leaking. I have a soft pedal of course too. When I put on the new front brake hoses I used the old washer from the old hose. The new hoses didn't come with the washer so I am wondering if I should have even used them. I can't get them to stop leaking and I am completely frutstrated with it.

Any advice?

 

leaking at the hoses?

 

Get new cylinders, new hoses, and new copper washers. Cheap enough, and you'll be done.

 

I did all of that except for the new copper washers. It appears to be leaking ever so slightly where the hose connects to the wheel cylinder. The hoses are extremely difficult to tightghen because it's so close to the arm but I believe to have it tight without stripping the damn thing out. I shouldn't have to put any type of sealant on it right because the washer should do the job?

 

OK, but used copper washers have already been compressed and hardened. You can solve this problem for $2.

 

You can buy new washers from your local parts store for a couple of bucks.

 

It looks like I stripped the threads on the hose going into the WC when I originally put it on. I pulled it apart to put a new washer on it and there it was. Am I *** out now and have to buy a new hose and wheel cylinder?

 

I would. My #1 rule is not to eff around with brakes.

 

oh mine too. I am just pissed I messed it up and didn't even know it.... I hope it works when I get the new ones on.