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Stainless steel brake line

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by hvy_v83, Dec 26, 2009.

  1. hvy_v83

    hvy_v83 New Member

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    I have a 1982 650 maxim and would like to replace the front brake hose with a stainless steel replacement. Where is my best bet to go? Thanks
     
    hvy_v83, Dec 26, 2009
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    Chacal. Our local parts guy has them.
     
    iwingameover, Dec 26, 2009
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    +1. Plus they're real DoT approved assemblies and they come in colors AND he will make custom sizes for you no problem.

    Best single improvement you can make to the brakes.
     
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    hvy_v83 New Member

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    Great! Thanks guys.
     
    hvy_v83, Jan 5, 2010
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    Is there a one-piece line available instead of the two-piece? I hope this can bring the cost down. . .

    I may just look into using an AN line with banjo adapters.
     
    mrmustangman357, Apr 1, 2010
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    schnarr, Apr 1, 2010
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    cheapest around and darn nice too
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    dwcopple, Apr 2, 2010
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    And you can also get a universal kit from Dennis Kirk that has long lengths (6 ft. or more) of brake line that you can cut to length and install the supplied ends on them. They are about the cheapest way yo go I have found, however, I have not used them yet, Just another option.
     
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    less connections the better. Can you get them with Banjo Ends?
     
    mrmustangman357, Apr 2, 2010
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    also, is there any advantage to using two lines with the coupler on the xj650? I can see just eliminating it for the single SS braided line
     
    mrmustangman357, Apr 3, 2010
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    Bump. What exactly is that coupler for? As near as I can tell it just doubles the cost of an upgrade!
     
    day7a1, Apr 3, 2010
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