Extended brake lines
04-07-2008, 02:38 PM
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Extended brake lines
Every time I search, I just get the steel braided brake lines. Is there anywhere I can get the extended rubber brake lines? Links please and thanks!
04-08-2008, 01:47 AM
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The stainless braided are layered with a rubber (PTFE maybe?) lining. (Which you probably already know.)
Any reason that you don't want to use them?
Any reason that you don't want to use them?
04-08-2008, 05:00 AM
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The rear axle of a PU/4runner/minivan!
The rubber brake line in the rear have male/female connectors, so you can extend your stock breaklines ~8".
Not bad for ~$1 each at the junkyard
The rubber brake line in the rear have male/female connectors, so you can extend your stock breaklines ~8".
Not bad for ~$1 each at the junkyard
04-08-2008, 08:49 AM
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I'm just looking for a cheaper brake line than the steel ones. I would like to put new lines in, I am in the process of a full brake job and I would just like to have the security of knowing they're new. I guess if I have to I'll just go ahead and get the steel ones.
04-08-2008, 08:51 AM
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Man, $85 bucks for 3 brake lines.... Looks like if I want extended brake lines I'mm gonna have to go with the steel braided. Thanks guys, I found the info I needed. 
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04-14-2008, 03:23 PM
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I got some cheap steel braided ones at 4WPW. They were an off-brand. 3 for $30 or so. They were less than any of the rubber ones I found. I hope they still have them. They weren't in their catalog...I had to call them.
I like the brake feel of the steel lines. It's nice!
Eric
I like the brake feel of the steel lines. It's nice!
Eric
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I got some cheap steel braided ones at 4WPW. They were an off-brand. 3 for $30 or so. They were less than any of the rubber ones I found. I hope they still have them. They weren't in their catalog...I had to call them.
I like the brake feel of the steel lines. It's nice!
Eric
I like the brake feel of the steel lines. It's nice!
Eric
06-08-2008, 05:59 AM
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There is a reason why they dont make extended RUBBER lines......there is too much expansion in the lines increasing sponginess feel in your brakes effectively decreasing braking power.....
06-09-2008, 11:56 AM
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The steel braided look nice, but for $80.00 bucks, that seems little on the expensive side. Expecially since it probably cost them a whopping $10.00 to make plus shipping from China. As for rubber lines, sure they will expand, rubber is made to do that. The key is what type of "core" or braided reinforcement it has. e.g. Hydraulic hose haS 2-4 rows of steel braid able to withstand up to 10,000 PSI. Most hydraulic hose from a hydraulic or industrial distributor has a "highway" or "road" rating. They can couple the fittings on in no time. Being as the fittings will be metric, they might have to order them in. Find a decent shop and I bet you will pay less for a better hose.
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06-09-2008, 12:56 PM
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For extended rubber brake lines, I have heard of two options. One is supposedly from the older Toyota minvan front brake line, supposedly is a few inches longer than on the 4WD trucks. Other option is to order some extra stock rear brake lines and use those to extend any line. Since the rear brake lines have male-female ends, they work perfect to extend any type of Toyota brake line.
06-09-2008, 01:12 PM
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I have had my steel brake lines for about a month now, just so yall know. I think the reason why my brakes were so spongy is because my stock rubber ones had started to crap out and were bulging when pressure was applied to the pedal. Now that I have the new ones on it is a VERY FIRM pedal. I am satisfied with my $80 purchase.
06-10-2008, 11:27 AM
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To the people who say snag extensions from a junkyard:
a) the more fittings there are, the more potential leaks
b) why in the world would you trust used junkyard brakelines?
For the rubber vs steel-braided debate:
a) generally, factory rubber brake lines ARE more elastic than steel-braided lines. If you're worried about sponginess go with steel-braided
b) industrial grade line obviously will be much stronger and handle more pressure, but you'll have to find a shop that can make it for you
I realize in the end its all about preference, but I would never buy a used brake line and put it in my truck. And I would definitely NOT put it in my track car. Its just asking for trouble and whether I'm going 25mph in my truck or 100mph in my track car the end result will be pretty bad.
[/RANT] lol
a) the more fittings there are, the more potential leaks
b) why in the world would you trust used junkyard brakelines?
For the rubber vs steel-braided debate:
a) generally, factory rubber brake lines ARE more elastic than steel-braided lines. If you're worried about sponginess go with steel-braided
b) industrial grade line obviously will be much stronger and handle more pressure, but you'll have to find a shop that can make it for you
I realize in the end its all about preference, but I would never buy a used brake line and put it in my truck. And I would definitely NOT put it in my track car. Its just asking for trouble and whether I'm going 25mph in my truck or 100mph in my track car the end result will be pretty bad.
[/RANT] lol
06-12-2008, 03:42 PM
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I agree with niccantdecide. There are some parts you get from a junk yard, and some you just dont. My daughter rides in my truck daily, so if the brake lines were $5,000 and i just HAD to lift my truck i would buy them.
I just ordered a set from Jack-it. Cost me 89 bucks shipped. Wab Fab was the cheapest i found by like 4-5 dollars (shipped) but i tried to call them for 2 days with no answer. The owner eventually called me back and was very nice and respectful, just to late. good luck
I just ordered a set from Jack-it. Cost me 89 bucks shipped. Wab Fab was the cheapest i found by like 4-5 dollars (shipped) but i tried to call them for 2 days with no answer. The owner eventually called me back and was very nice and respectful, just to late. good luck
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