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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 12:41 PM
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SS Brake Line "How-to" needed

Have found lots of questions but very few answers as to "how-to" on this mod.

Anyone care to lend a hand?
 
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 01:31 PM
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I'd also like to have this how-to.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 02:52 PM
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I think I have it but only time will tell. I will try to document everything I do and make it available for anyone that wants it. Give me a couple of days. Not the brightest crayon in the box when it comes to things tech.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 03:22 PM
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Cool. My main question is what should I do while the brake line is off? Will fluid just drip through the system (causing me to keep topping it off) or will it remain static in the line even with the hose off? I'm planning on doing a SS line kit and speed bleeders sometime this year.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 03:27 PM
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My understanding is that although it will drip you won't lose much other than that that is in the line itself. Put something under the assembly to catch what does drip and MAKE SURE you keep it off any painted surface or it won't be painted for long. More to follow.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by adis_daddy
My understanding is that although it will drip you won't lose much other than that that is in the line itself. Put something under the assembly to catch what does drip and MAKE SURE you keep it off any painted surface or it won't be painted for long. More to follow.
You are correct. You will lose just a few drops. Keep it clean and you will be fine. you will need to bleed your brakes when you are done. It is not a very tough job.

Good luck
 
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