stainless steel brake lines
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From: Negaunee MI
stainless steel brake lines
I have a 95 c4 and im looking to replace my rubber brake lines with stainless steel lines but with so many options what has worked for you guys and what would you suggest.
Drifting
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I used Goodridge on my 91 and probably going that route on my 96, perfect fit and I did it in conjunction with the C5 upgrade in the front!
R/Noland
P.S. Performance Peddler has a good price on the set's also!
R/Noland
P.S. Performance Peddler has a good price on the set's also!
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This is what I used, work great, get some Hawk HPS pads and some slotted rotors, and don't forget to change out the brake fluid.Randy
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Goodridge here also from Tire Rack.
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Burning Brakes
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Don't even try to change them without flare/line wrenches. I bought 9 or 10 for $35.00 when Sears was having a sale on them recently. Get the Craftsman, not Champion.
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From: Lacey WA RVN 68-69
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Don't get the Russell lines. They tend to be too short and don't appear to be as well made as either the Earl's or Goodridge lines.
Same goes with the Russell bleeders. The material on the threads don't last. If you get Speed Bleeders, I would recommend getting the kit that has the small bottle of thread sealant. Eventually the thread sealant wears out and this kit has enough to replace the sealant a couiple of times.
Make sure to get copper crush washers to use in place of the aluminum ones that come with the lines. Any auto parts stores should have them.
Same goes with the Russell bleeders. The material on the threads don't last. If you get Speed Bleeders, I would recommend getting the kit that has the small bottle of thread sealant. Eventually the thread sealant wears out and this kit has enough to replace the sealant a couiple of times.
Make sure to get copper crush washers to use in place of the aluminum ones that come with the lines. Any auto parts stores should have them.
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I didn't like the goodridge lines. It was too easy to put them on wrong and they didn't quite fit right on my 92. Bought a set of earls and I love em. They are labeled for each line and the block that connects up to the caliper is almost exactly like the block on the stock line.
Line wrenches are a must!
Line wrenches are a must!
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