[Mgs] brake line fitting

[Dodd, Kelvin]

Mike:

We need to know the VIN number. Early 1500s had 3/8 x 20 BSF threads,
later ones had 3/8 x 24 UNF




Kelvin Dodd


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> Behalf Of Mike Duvall
> Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 10:21 AM
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> Subject: [Mgs] brake line fitting
>
> Can anyone tell me what the thread is on MGA brake lines?  I lost the
> sensor at the 4 way connector near the engine. I got the sensor at a
> local NAPA but while getting it loose it I damaged the line that goes
> to the rear of the car.   I took the fitting over to the local brake
> store and he sold me a line for $10.  It is standard fitting he
> pulled from a small selection in front of the counter.  He took the
> fitting and  the line and checked them against a fitting and said
> they fit ok.  He was concerned I didn't strip out my 4 way.
>
> I'm concerned it was a close fit but not the exact thread.   I don't
> want to screw up my threads either....any advice is appreciated.
>
> Please respond to me directly as I get the digest not individual
> emails.  thanks
>
> Mike
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