I am looking at purchasing these brake line replacement systems, option 1 DOT Approved Braided Lines/Copper Lines, Feedback welcomed. DOT Approved Braided Brake Lines http://www.classictube.com/brdhoses.asp D.O.T. approved for street use No volumetric expansion Immediate response; not soft as with other hoses Corrosion resistant Not sure what the connectors would be to attach to the Vanagon Calipers and rear drums, as well as cutting the existing rusted tubing and connecting to this braided line or connecting directly to the master cylinder. If you can shed any light on this it would be helpful. I might suggest adding this solution to your site.
My other option is using copper line. http://www.fedhillusa.com/pages/709975/index.htm The 90/10 Solution for replacement brake lines FEDHILL High Performance Alloy Brake Line is the answer. Seamless copper-nickel 90/10 alloy brake line is strong as steel, completely corrosion proof and much easier to work with. Installed by high performance manufacturers such as Aston Martin, Porsche and Audi, 90/10 alloy brake lines maintain full strength for the life of the vehicle. Its unique properties allow it to be snaked into positions that are impossible to do with steel brake line. Flares easier, minimum tube preparation required and no seam to split. 90/10 brake line seals better, making it the best choice for your installation! No other brake line compares for strength, reliability and ease of installation. It is the perfect replacement brake line for cars, trucks and buses. ³We stock a complete line of tooling and supplies to custom make your own brake lines. We do not supply pre-made brake lines for specific cars. We can provide custom lines to your specifications. The 3/16"/4.75MM line is $5.00 per foot plus $5.00 per nut with flare plus s/h. The 1/4" line is $6.80 per foot plus $6.00 per nut with flare plus s/h. ³ Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm EST Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm EST ------------------------------------------------ This company states their copper line is the best solution for brake and gas lines.
Article on Copper vs. Steel lines.
http://64.90.169.191/applications/automotive/931028-automotive-brake-tube.ht
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Can anyone tell me what size line and connectors I would need?
I am planning on purchasing the braided lines from Van-Café to connect the
calipers and drums.
Flex lines - Front and Rear Set - Stainless Steel $115
http://www.van-cafe.com/main.jsp?pa=p&p=265624003&pct=55048531&ct=397859801
I am trying to figure out home much line I need, what kind of connectors I
will need and what troubles may arise.
Thanks in advance.
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Rob
NYC/Long Beach, NY
88 Wolfsburg, Silver
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