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Old 11-04-2008, 05:05 PM   #146
Riveted1
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Re: My build. Project Karma. 71 stepside.

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Originally Posted by chevy_mike View Post
Since no one answered, I would seriously look at getting any non braided lines away from any braided ones. Heat could be an issue, not sure how hot the leader line will get but I can tell you that steel braided lines cut just like a file over time. ANY movement will cause the braided line to cut through the plastic line. Even if YOU don't think there will be any movement, any vibration, expanding and contracting due to temps, etc. will wear a hole in it. I have seen braided lines cut thru steel inner fenders before.
Oh ya, I was gonna say those leader lines get kinda hot when the compressors are running. Doubt it would really hurt the air line, but I wouldn't chance it myself. Chevy_mike does bring up a good point about rubbing.
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