Say it is so (front pads and rotors on 95 90 sport q)

[Duncan Thomson]

> >I'd be more wary of causing damage to the brake hose, even if well
> >protected the crushing could be an issue...
> >Still if your brake hoses are relatively new, then I guess it would
be
> >okay, but I'd expect it to reduce their life expectancy...
>
> A legitimate concern, but keep in mind these were Volvo people
> recommending this, and the tip came from independent volvo mechanics
> who said they used the procedure to reduce MC/ABS unit failures on
> customer cars.
>
> There was an emphasis on using a proper hose clamp.  I'm sure with
> experience you find out how much force is necessary, so on.

Fair call, brake hoses are as important as MC/ABS but a heck of a lot
cheaper..!
And now that I think about it, brake hoses seem to be soft enough to
allow this without feeling like your doing permanent damage...
Sounds like it may be a good idea, just be gentle I guess, and replace
old/damaged hoses....

Duncan