rear brake line

[cld783]

can someone run me through the process of the rear brake line?? how many feet to get, what fittings/adapters i may need. also any problems or issues i may run into..

I did the ones over the rear axle but the main line popped when i was bleeding..

thanks

[Lincolnmania]

i run the rear line in one piece just like factory, i buy brake line in spools of 25'


need some 3/16" flare fittings too.....may have to reuse the one on the prop valve or get an adaptor.

as far as tools, you need a mini tubing cutter and a double flare tool




soak the old fittings well........the one on the rear brake hose isnt too bad......the fitting on the prop valve is a royal pita!......need to have someone hold the prop valve with a big wrench, while you try to break the fitting free......i usually cut the line off the fitting and get the fitting with a socket for better grip.

[johnunit]

Don't, DON'T cheap out on flaring kit.

Frustration will ensue.

[Lincolnmania]

my double flaring tool is cornwell brand......paid about 35 bucks for it, i've had it about 10 yrs......was tired of borrowing the boss's all the time.

otc is a good brand and you can get them at a reasonable price online........my metric bubble flare tool is otc brand, it works real well and got it online for around 25 shipped