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Old Jan 26, 2005 | 07:48 AM
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I'm acquiring all the pieces to install the C5 calipers and rotors in my 85 and wanted to also upgrade to braided SS brake lines. The question is do I order the brake lines for my 85 or do I need special brake lines? Also do I need to change the bias spring in the master cylinder, if so where do I get this part?
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Old Jan 26, 2005 | 08:25 AM
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You don't need to change the Bias Spring however, I did this mod and I liked the results. I believe it is a Doug Rippie Motorsports item that you can get from them or you can pay more for it and get it from the likes of Mid America Design, Hecklers ETC.

I don't know about the fitment of the SS lines
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Order brake lines for your year, they'll work with the C5 setup.
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Old Jan 26, 2005 | 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by vader86
Order brake lines for your year, they'll work with the C5 setup.
That is correct. When I did mine I just ordered SS lines for a '94 and they fit the C5 calipers w/o any problems. Good luck on the upgrade and you'll love the increased braking performance.
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