Date: Fri, 21 Apr 2006 23:26:41 -0400
Reply-To: robertmstewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
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From: robertmstewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
Subject: Re: Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Café
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The stainless steel brake lines from classic tube can have a coil rock guard
or rubber guard added to any of the lines you purchase.
Robert
--
Rob
NYC/Long Beach, NY
88 Wolfsburg, Silver
on 4/21/06 4:20 PM, Jonathan Farrugia at jfarrugi@UMICH.EDU wrote:
> do these stainless brake lines have a protective jacket over the outside
> of the stainless steel braid?
>
> jonathan
>
> On Fri, 21 Apr 2006, robertmstewart wrote:
>
>> 2 weeks ago I had my entire van's brake system replaced, and I mean entire!
>>
>> Front L&R Rotors, Calipers and all associated hardware with all new PBR
>> pads.
>> Rear L&R Drums, Cylinders, springs, shoes and Emergency Brake Cable.
>> (All from Van-café.com, except the Ebrake Cable*)
>>
>> Stainless Steel brake lines throughout the entire van with coil rock guards,
>> and new pressure regulator.
>> (SS lines from http://www.classictube.com/products.asp, P-Reg. From Ken @
>> Vanagain.com)
>>
>> Last but not least Van-café.com stainless steel brake lines for the front
>> and rear.
>> (
>> http://www.van-cafe.com/vanagon_parts.jsp?pa=p&p=265624003&pct=55048531&ct=3
>> 97859801)
>>
>> The brakes on the van prior to the entire overhaul had very good front
>> braking, the rear was poor I felt. I replaced everything because of the
>> extreme level of rust on all of the components. Many mechanics told me they
>> were afraid to try and change anything for fear of breaking parts off and
>> they all recommended to replaced the parts to be safe for the future.
>>
>> I have to say the brakes now are so sensitive now, just touching them with a
>> little pressure applies sufficient force, and when hard braking is needed as
>> in highway driving it stops with real strength and force. I do not have to
>> give a mile to slow down now. I always give lots of time for braking with
>> van just to be easier on the brakes and be safer but now it¹s not as much a
>> requirement when driving.
>>
>> I have tested it's braking from 55mph in a hard stop in a vacant area and it
>> is a vast improvement. Prior to the upgrades the front brakes gave very good
>> braking in the same test but now it's much faster response and the brake
>> pedal provides greater consistent pressure at the foot, a very solid feel.
>>
>> I would say the $115 for the SS Braided Kit from Van-café is worth the peace
>> of mind. I looked at it as a lifetime investment for the van and possibly
>> may improve my chances in avoiding an accident in the event of real
>> emergency braking situation.
>>
>> Regards to all,
>>
>> --
>> Rob
>> NYC/Long Beach, NY
>> 88 Wolfsburg, Silver
>>
>>
>>
>> on 4/21/06 12:01 PM, Mark A. Kreuzer at markk@OURWESTY.COM wrote:
>>
>>> I just ordered the SS ones. I'm drinking the coolaid and buying the story
>>> about the firmer brake pedal. Give me about 3 weeks and I can tell you how
>>> it's working out.
>>>
>>> -- mark
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
>>> Rob Infante
>>> Sent: Friday, April 21, 2006 10:53 AM
>>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>>> Subject: brake lines
>>>
>>> In the past I've had not one but two karmann ghias on the side of the road
>>> from old swollen brake lines. I have no idea how old the lines are on the
>>> syncro westy, so I'm thinking its time to wise up, be proactive, and
>>> replace
>>> them now. I see van/volks cafe has normal flex lines, and ss ones. Has
>>> anyone
>>> used the ss ones? Did you see enough of a difference to justify the price?
>>>
>>> thanks
>>> rob infante
>>
>>
>>
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