Stainless Braided Brake Lines
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Stainless Braided Brake Lines
Hey All
I have been searching the internet and can not find a definite answer to my question so maybe someone here will know. I need to replace all the brake hardlines on my 89 and was wondering if I could you Stainless Braided Lines on the entire car? I was leaning towards no but after reading it seems like some do.
Thanks
I have been searching the internet and can not find a definite answer to my question so maybe someone here will know. I need to replace all the brake hardlines on my 89 and was wondering if I could you Stainless Braided Lines on the entire car? I was leaning towards no but after reading it seems like some do.
Thanks
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Individual "hard" lines can be replaced with a little effort. Many auto supply stores carry assorted lengths of these lines with fittings already in place.
But you need to be able to bend the lines properly so that they fit and in some cases, longer lines will have to be shortened. You need to be familiar with how to make "double-flare" ends using a flaring tool.
I would recommend having this type of work done by a reputable auto repair facility that has somebody that is experienced in making up brake lines.
But you need to be able to bend the lines properly so that they fit and in some cases, longer lines will have to be shortened. You need to be familiar with how to make "double-flare" ends using a flaring tool.
I would recommend having this type of work done by a reputable auto repair facility that has somebody that is experienced in making up brake lines.
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Individual "hard" lines can be replaced with a little effort. Many auto supply stores carry assorted lengths of these lines with fittings already in place.
But you need to be able to bend the lines properly so that they fit and in some cases, longer lines will have to be shortened. You need to be familiar with how to make "double-flare" ends using a flaring tool.
I would recommend having this type of work done by a reputable auto repair facility that has somebody that is experienced in making up brake lines.
But you need to be able to bend the lines properly so that they fit and in some cases, longer lines will have to be shortened. You need to be familiar with how to make "double-flare" ends using a flaring tool.
I would recommend having this type of work done by a reputable auto repair facility that has somebody that is experienced in making up brake lines.
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You can have stainless hard lines installed, but you have to find someone who has the capability to flare stainless lines which requires a special flare tool. I certainly would NOT install flex hoses in place of hard lines. If you need bulk stainless line I can help.
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