09-08-2009, 11:54 AM | #1 |
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Brake line size
I need some information. I searched for brake line sizes such as 1/4, 3/16. I found a threads but none where specific. I have already converted to 5 lug disc brakes up front and drum in the back. I'm using the poly vinyl armour brake lines (green).
1. What size to I go to the back brakes? The lines are 3/16 at the axle. 2. What size to the front from the MC to the PV? 3. What size from the PV to the disc? Thank you Ernest |
09-09-2009, 03:35 AM | #2 |
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Re: Brake line size
Anyone?
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Re: Brake line size
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1. 1/4 to back brakes then splits to 3/16 to each wheel. 2. 3/16 3. 3/16 When i did mine i just ran all 1/4. Last edited by 62 short step; 09-09-2009 at 08:10 AM. |
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09-09-2009, 08:32 AM | #4 |
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Re: Brake line size
would there be anything wrong with running all 3/16?
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09-09-2009, 05:45 PM | #5 |
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Re: Brake line size
No, both my trucks have 3/16's all the way.
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Re: Brake line size
Just to vote.
I ran 1/4" everywhere except across the rear axle. The big front discs require more fluid to be moved than the old drums. TR
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09-10-2009, 12:01 AM | #7 |
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Re: Brake line size
I researched this a while back and found a thread where Baer and Wildwood both recommended 3/16 for all applications both disc and drum.
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09-10-2009, 08:45 AM | #8 |
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Re: Brake line size
Thank you all very much. This is great information.
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09-10-2009, 12:11 PM | #9 |
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Re: Brake line size
I appreciate the advice as well and thanks neto for starting the thread.
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Re: Brake line size
Good info thanks!!
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