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Date:         Mon, 30 Jan 2006 00:24:18 -0800
Reply-To:     JAIME E FORERO <jforero@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         JAIME E FORERO <jforero@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: Brake Lines - Replacement
Comments: To: robertmstewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <C001D228.541C%robertmstewart@mac.com>
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Hi, from the emails on this subject I gather that steel braided brake lines are not recommended and that even might not be DOT approved. Who has experience with the steel braided hoses?? I am interested in changing over but now I am not sure. Thanks Jaime

robertmstewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM> wrote: So, I a couple of days ago my mechanic did a tune-up for me and I asked him to check the brakes.

He told me that the brake lines are very rusty (which surprised me since the previous owners mechanic who also owned the van told me he replaced them), and my local Long Island mechanic worried that if the line gets a pin hole it will need to be replaced.

So I am wanted top get some feedback:

1. What is the cost for the metal brake tubing for a complete replacement? 2. What would you estimate the time to be to do the replacement? 3. Can steel braided lines be used for the entire Van? Would this be a better long term investment? 4. If the steel braided lines are best what length, connectors and what kind of lines would I purchase, and does anyone have a source?

The mechanic also told me that the bleeders on the calipers looked very rusty and worried that the calipers might need replacement as well.

He said the brakes were fine but if the lines sprung a leak it would be a big job.

I am looking for feedback on the best way to go, I do not want sell the van, I would like to complete the repairs necessary.

Thanks in advance.

-- Rob NYC/Long Beach, NY 88 Wolfsburg, Silver


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