DDaaryl

If it ain't broke don't fix it. Some folks here like the mod thing. Got money to burn, disposable income! Go 4 it!

laurent_zo6

No need to lurk. You can just subscribe to the thread.

FX VETTE

I know

pjdbm

If I didn't pull my calipers off for powder coating, I would have just left the old rubber lines and just bled the system, I went forward with DRM Goodridge stainless steel lines, great feel and am glad I did.

ZigZag

Many great opinions are given, thanks to all of you.

Fcar 98

If you plan on keeping the car, upgrade all of it. If not only do what is needed

LTCHAPPA

Just replace the brake fluid. Replace the brake lines if they are deteriorating.

Abubaca

On the street, here's no real difference in performance between the two. If you notice a difference, there was an issue before hand, and now you simply solved it. The heat generated when on the track is where the stainless shines. Also, rubber slowly goes bad over time, giving you a mushy pedal and the ability to inspect for damage. Stainless looks great until the day of the all out fail. -and dust and debris can get in the braided outer lining and cause premature wear. I wouldn't want to daily stainless lines. -although obviously many people do it without issue. Still....I prefer rubber and have never had an issue.

grampi50

Who sees the brake lines?

Spaggs

I used to start with line furthest away (Right Rear) and then work my way closer and closer until my last brake bled was the Left Front. On the track my brakes were always spongy until I read the manual. It says to first bleed the Right Rear, then Left Front, 3rd Left Rear and then last Right Front. Now brakes don't get spongy until after the first lap. Corvette brakes suck. My VW brakes are better. I digress.
For what it's worth.
Spaggs

Pounder

funny my wife and I AutoX a stock C 5Z and a modified C 6Z both with stock brakes other than pads and high temp fluid, never have issues ????? (realize you are referring to road racing ??)

Spaggs

HPDEs, yes. The brakes get a lot hotter on a road course than a autocross event. I've got air running straight to the caliper, stainless steel pistons, titanium backing plates and running Castrol SRF fluid and SS lines. All help, but not enough.
Spaggs

killian96ss

I replaced mine with DRM braided hoses that use AN fittings instead of the banjo fittings for a better more reliable seal. There basically just modified Goodridge hoses which are very high quality. They will far outlast the rubber hoses, provide firmer brake feel and added safety.

Steve

ZigZag

Okay I made the decision and went ahead and ordered a set of Russell braided stainless steel brake hoses. I figured $121.00 isn't to much to pay for peace of mind.

cvm

No Don't. You're more fun that way ET