c5conv2000

In process of putting on C6 Z06 brakes on 2003 Z06 I found a male brake line fitting to the rt. rear that needs to be replaced. What type of flaring is used on the brake line, 45, 37, tapered, ETC? The other three went in perfect.

NITRO UK

Was hoping someone with more knowledge than me was going to post

So all i know is you can't get the complete ready to install hard lines from a dealer , think you can get bulk tube and the tube nut / bolt from them though , then make them.

I had to make up a front drivers brake pipe and just used my generic brake flaring tool i got from a tool store .

Might be worth going to an auto zone , advanced auto parts etc and check out flaring tools .

On brakes i think there is a universal flare angle

You might be able to get the tube and tube nuts from auto zone etc.

37 * comes to mind but don't quote me on that

Sorry i can't be of more help

NITRO UK

Evidently all auto brake lines are 45 deg.

http://www.eastwood.com/blog/eastwoo...s-brake-lines/

QCVette

good article in the link.

I have heard some people suggest that it is not a good idea to make your own lines and potentially unsafe.

However, years ago I did. My '64 GTO had some brake lines that failed due to rubbing on the frame and retainers. I didn't know anything about it, but bought a double flaring tool and made my own lines. It worked fine. I had the car for another 8 years and no problems.

Good luck.

NITRO UK

Yeah , I know what you mean with safety , my f150 needed new lines , just ordered them , take them out the box and fit , kinda feels proper .

Shame gm can't supply new ready to fit lines.

Maybe take that line to a good garage , they may be able to make one up and use yours as a template .