jph1972

Installed stainless steel brake lines this past weekend. I noticed that one of the lines is rubbing on the wheel when make a sharp turn to the left. I re positioned the line but it keeps rubbing.

I tried to match the path of the original rubber lines but the stainless is stiffer and does not like to stay in the position as the factory lines. Plus there was not a clip to hold the line in place. Any suggestions on how to keep them from rubbing.

Thanks.

MSG C5

What brand ss lines did you install? I read that some are longer than others. Do you hear/feel the lines rubbing while cornering?

jph1972

Can't remember the brand bought them a few months ago from Ecklers. I made sure the lines were the correct length before install them and they seamed to match up. One difference I noticed the factory lines have a square block on the end that attaches to the caliper which spaces the line about a 1/4" away from the caliper. The stainless steel lines do not have this block and are technically 1/4 closer to the caliper.

MSG C5

The square block connection may be the issue. I know Russell has those which is why I'm considering their SS brake lines for my upcoming project.

You may want to try and install some spacers of some kind.

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Nate@VanBortelChevy

It's best to have the car up in the air with the wheels installed so you can turn them to see where it rubs. Sometimes you just need to orient the lines differently where they bolt to the caliper. Other times you may need to strap tie them to the lower control arm.