[Z06] Brake Question
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Instructor
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From: Winterville GA
Brake Question
Just curious, how many of you doing HPDE's or TT are using stainless steel braided brake lines? If so, does it really make a positive difference?
I am getting ready to start maintaining two sets of brakes, meaning disc and pads for track days and the OEM set for the street. I was wondering if changing the hoses was also beneficial.
I am getting ready to start maintaining two sets of brakes, meaning disc and pads for track days and the OEM set for the street. I was wondering if changing the hoses was also beneficial.
Melting Slicks
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From: Cary NC
I agree. I use the Stoptech kit. They have the banjo style. No kinking in the lines or connections. Teflon outer coating to protect the lines and a nice hard shell fitting at the connector end. Watch out of cheap one that do not have this. It is not worth saving $20 or so on cheaper stuff.
When you do your drill in swapping pads/rotors for track. Just check them over each time. Make it part of the ritual. Just to be safe.
graham
When you do your drill in swapping pads/rotors for track. Just check them over each time. Make it part of the ritual. Just to be safe.
graham
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I'm using them. You probably won't notice any difference in pedal feel during street driving, and as for track driving, you'll notice a bit of difference once your brakes are very hot. And as was already stated by others, don't go cheap on brake lines. Teflon coating and banjo fittings are a must imo.
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Yes, Yes, and YES!
There are many reasons for doing a stainless line.
That along with fluid and pads should be the first thing done before doing a track outing.
There are many reasons for doing a stainless line.
- Resistance to heat, the rubber does not melt away from the fittings
- Smaller internal diameter increases line pressure so the brake reacts quicker
- Less expansion of material, hose diameter is more consistent as well as pedal feel.
That along with fluid and pads should be the first thing done before doing a track outing.
