85miles wrote:
> On Jul 9, 7:18 pm, "Elle" <honda.lion...@nospam.earthlink.net> wrote:
>> "85miles" <85mi...@gmail.com> wrote
>>
>>> Hey
>>> I got my car checked out by a mechanic, he told me my
>>> caliper is
>>> sticking, causing my rotor to heat up, warp, which causes
>>> the wheel
>>> shake.
>>> He said it was either a collapsed brake hose or the
>>> caliper itself has
>>> to be replaced.
>>> Just wanted to let you know that this isn't caused by a
>>> suspension
>>> issue.
>> Thanks. I'd be interested in whether the repair you or your
>> mechanic makes fixes the problem.
>
> All it was, was a clamp on the brake hose was too tight, squeezing the
> hose together and not allowing the fluid to return.
> this is the clamp that connects to the front shock, just there to keep
> the hose out of the way of moving parts.
>
> I took the clamp off all together and put a tie there.
>

what exactly did you have in there? are you using honda shocks or some
aftermarket stuff? i've seen aftermarket with incorrect mounting tabs
so the hose sits wrong.

whatever the deal:

1. the mounting assembly does not "clamp" the hose. it collars it and
if you're using honda parts, there's nothing to strangle or kink or
obstruct the hose in any way if it's fitted correctly. the collars are
fitted at the factory so i don't see how you can easily "take the clamp
off altogether".

2. the correct honda mounting assembly holds the hose so that it does
not rub as the suspension travels. hence nothing wears our causing loss
of brake pressure/loss of fluid. it might not happen right away, but
using ties /will/ allow rub and consequently hose wear. THIS IS
POTENTIALLY FATAL.

you need to get the right parts, fit them according to the factory hose
routing, and keep it that way. if you don't care about your own safety,
do it so you don't injure someone else.

and buy the factory service manual from helminc.com. if you're going to
work on this vehicle yourself, you need the correct guide. read it and
follow instruction.