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Beringer Brakes reservoir
- Thread starter DarinFred
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Just one. How will you check and fill the reservoirs? Vans firewall reservoirs is simple. I believe you need a special fitting from the Vans reservoirs to the Beringer Brake lines. Seems like they have a different angle on the flare. I think Beringer or Vans sell it.
Can't speak for all of the Berringer kits but a single data point =
The fittings in my Berringer kit are all AN-ish. The fittings on the lines are (equivalent to) Earl's Speed Flex/Speed seal.
Beringer uses 10mm, generally banjo fittings. YES, you can use AN at the Vans or matco reservoir, and banjo hose ends at the Beringer components or their conversion adapters. Reservoirs on the masters look cool, but think of the maintenance. On an F1 with the 'limited' space at the pedals, I'd really think about this.
TS Flightlines is a supplier for Beringer so call or e-mail Tom or Steve and they can give you the most accurate quote, Yes, more expensive but I feel a good value. Have been using them for over 8 years now.
Might seem like good spot now, guarantee you'll regret that location later.
Jay===Steve handles most of the Beringer logistics. But I can forward info to him. What are you building?
Utah-Jay
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Firstly thanks! We are building an RV-15, and am interested in prices on both the 6” and 8” wheel as I really like the Desser 27.5 tire which calls for an 8” wheel.
Thanks again
Jay
rmarshall234
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I have individual reservoirs on the biplane I built. The most important thing to consider is that you would have *2 parallel systems. Any problem with one side will not affect the other. Bleeding brakes, a failure, troubleshooting, etc., things like that will only affect one side instead of potentially affecting both sides. Not recommending one choice over the other, just answering the question. As for servicing the reservoirs, mine are super easy to access.
That was one of my thoughts as well. Likewise, I’m going to have a removable boot cowl, so access will little easier. I’m 50/50.
rmarshall234
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Maybe this will tip the balance. The biggest benefit of two completely separate left and right brake systems may be the educational value. Dare to be different..
