Which SS brake lines?
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Which SS brake lines?
Noticed a tear in one of my rubber hoses, so figured now was a good time to upgrade. There seem to be a ton of options.
Russell, stop tech, good ridge, techna-fit, SJM, and RPM speed; if I'm not forgetting any.
Which are the best? From the looks I like the RPM speed so far from ws6store. Factory square blocks for ease of install, and Teflon coverings for the SS braids to protect them, even a decent price too. And they are D.O.T. Approved... Any reason to go with any others?
Thanks for the help!
Russell, stop tech, good ridge, techna-fit, SJM, and RPM speed; if I'm not forgetting any.
Which are the best? From the looks I like the RPM speed so far from ws6store. Factory square blocks for ease of install, and Teflon coverings for the SS braids to protect them, even a decent price too. And they are D.O.T. Approved... Any reason to go with any others?
Thanks for the help!
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Noticed a tear in one of my rubber hoses, so figured now was a good time to upgrade. There seem to be a ton of options.
Russell, stop tech, good ridge, techna-fit, SJM, and RPM speed; if I'm not forgetting any.
Which are the best? From the looks I like the RPM speed so far from ws6store. Factory square blocks for ease of install, and Teflon coverings for the SS braids to protect them, even a decent price too. And they are D.O.T. Approved... Any reason to go with any others?
Thanks for the help!
Russell, stop tech, good ridge, techna-fit, SJM, and RPM speed; if I'm not forgetting any.
Which are the best? From the looks I like the RPM speed so far from ws6store. Factory square blocks for ease of install, and Teflon coverings for the SS braids to protect them, even a decent price too. And they are D.O.T. Approved... Any reason to go with any others?
Thanks for the help!
Goodridge is about as good as it gets from a quality standpoint, but there are a couple of other top-notch brands out there as well. I use the plastic coated variety, so that small rocks don't get embedded in the stainless braids and clean up is easier as well.
The better lines cost a little bit more, but we are talking about the most important safety system on a vehicle here. I've lost brake fluid suddenly once (an OE rubber line was cut by road debris) and it cost me a BMW. Luckily no one was hurt, but I would never wish that feeling on anyone! Take no chances with brakes.
Chris
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You won't find Teflon-coated, nor would you want it if it were made available since that material is too weak against abrasion. Teflon is used on the inside as the liner in stainless steel braided lines. The outer coatings are usually PVC regardless of the color. Just be sure to specify coated lines as uncoated are regularly available and normally set at teaser prices.
Note: I ALWAYS put coated lines on street vehicles and motorcycles. They need the extra protection from debris. Plus, they don't get checked and routinely replaced like they would on a race car. It's typically only around $10 more for coated lines, so no way to justify any savings with uncoated lines.
Chris
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