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Brake line replacement

Old 09-26-2009, 05:16 PM
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Brake line replacement

Easiest way (read...quickest) to replace the long hard line (the one that runs behind the fuel tank)?

I bought a replacement from the dealer...not bad, less than $30.00.

Really don't want to drop the tank.
Old 09-27-2009, 05:46 AM
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A piece of steel brake line long enough to replace section you want and 2 couplings with compression ends. Cut out old, slide in new, put on fittings and bleed brakes. Use tubing cutter on lines. Takes about 30 minutes.
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Originally Posted by RPegram
A piece of steel brake line long enough to replace section you want and 2 couplings with compression ends. Cut out old, slide in new, put on fittings and bleed brakes. Use tubing cutter on lines. Takes about 30 minutes.
Thanks, but no thanks. I will not use compression fittings on any brake line, let alone my truck.
Safety is my first concern, not to mention they are illegal on brake lines in most states.
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EGR brakes make replacement brake lines for our trucks.
I got a set from them for the rear axle. Dealerships here in Canada wanted close to $1000 with tax for the two lines.
EGR's price with exhange and shipping under $350.
Excellent service.
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Originally Posted by SWC
EGR brakes make replacement brake lines for our trucks.
I got a set from them for the rear axle. Dealerships here in Canada wanted close to $1000 with tax for the two lines.
EGR's price with exhange and shipping under $350.
Excellent service.
Stan
The lines on the rear axle are expensive here too...would be close to $600.00 from the dealership.
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I dropped the tank. I also had the bed off at the same time. Was converting from pickup box to flatbed
I just got straight brake line and bent it my self
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I would personally straighten the back section enough to get it behind the tank, tape off the end so junk doesn't get in there, and shove it through. I have done 3 so far, not an issue with any.
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