Good source for extended front brake flex lines? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

webfoot · 08-17-2015, 02:38 PM

Just trying to do this without spending a ton of money on what seems like a pretty simple part. My truck is a 1970 with 6" lift, PDB and a Dana 60, which I assume takes metric stuff.

Is there a trick stock hose from something that will fit these or is custom the only way to go?

PO Had a huge lift and 44s, and routed the brake lines under the frame with extensions and I want to put it through the frame and do it properly.

1tuff71 · 08-17-2015, 04:01 PM

Call Inline Tube

**special-K** · 08-17-2015, 07:04 PM

Yeah, use mid-late 70s c20 brake hose (or '80s). Believe it or not they are longer than 4wd

webfoot · 08-17-2015, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

Yeah, use mid-late 70s c20 brake hose (or '80s). Believe it or not they are longer than 4wd

I figured there would be an easy fix like this, thanks! I think the brakes changed to metric in 79, is that right? (edit, I guess that only matters on the caliper bolt)

OrrieG · 08-17-2015, 08:55 PM

Call Russell tech support with approximate lengths and fitting. They can find one that fits. For my application 74 K10 on 59 springs turned out to be same as 74 4" lift.

pat english · 08-18-2015, 11:49 AM

Hoseman in Santa fe springs CA can make any legnth/style hydraulic hose you need.

Or these
http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog...brakelines.htm

**special-K** · 08-18-2015, 10:05 PM

Have the original brake hoses always done what brake hoses need to do? Buy the ones I suggested and save a bundle of loot to get what you need to stop your truck. I've ordered the longer hoses from lift companies before. They did nothing the originals don't do. I've had them come with the rear hose having two female ends and the wrong size at the outlet. I ordered the correct hose from Inline Tube. I gave him the length and what size and type fittings needed and he made the hose as well as supplied a correct junction block. But I've been doing the OEM-spec hoses lately since they work and save money

webfoot · 08-19-2015, 12:14 PM

I will try the stockers for sure, only issue will be if they are long enough.

mike16 · 08-22-2015, 11:28 PM

make sure whatever you use...it MUST be DOT approved. Ask your vendor straight up. if they are evasive with thier reply move on quickly. Inline tube is pretty top notch. but the standard is DOT approved. dont let that slip by. expect to pay more too

RedRoad · 08-24-2015, 02:36 AM

23" Raybestos front brake lines on blow out at RA for $4.33 each!

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/rafr...arcode=1158476

webfoot · 08-24-2015, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedRoad

23" Raybestos front brake lines on blow out at RA for $4.33 each!

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/rafr...arcode=1158476

Cool, thanks for the info.

BTW, does anybody know if 23" is the overall length or if that is just the length of the rubber hose itself? It is looking like I have a pretty good distance to cover with the 6" lift and 35" tires.

RedRoad · 08-25-2015, 03:45 AM

The website stated OAL but Ill measure in a few days when the parts come in. The only thing Im wondering about is the bend in the steel line at the caliper end.

webfoot · 08-25-2015, 04:28 PM

OT; I recognize that "GM Genuine Parts" label you have for an avatar. I have an upper A-arm cross shaft in one of those boxes for my 62 Catalina. Most of the suspension stuff available for that old tank is NOS or NORS so I get to see lots of the old packaging, the Moog boxes are cool too.

RedRoad · 08-28-2015, 05:58 PM

got my lines yesterday, they measure 23 inches from the tip of the frame side fitting to the corner of the 90 degree bend on the caliper side.

Only bad thing is these close outs are OLD!! one dated 1992 and the other 2000. Not sure I want to risk using them even if they are NOS, I thought they date out after 10 years

swamp rat · 08-28-2015, 11:27 PM

Best way is to measure while the frame is jacked up and the axle is hanging free, then be sure to turn left and right and recheck, especially if you offroad. I used Offroad design braded and plastic coated lines, they are legal for highway use and marked. Give them a call and tell them the length you need.

1malo68 · 08-29-2015, 12:24 AM

I used Offroad Design hoses and also ordered from Crown Performance and they look to be the same design but you can customize the color with Crown. both have awesome construction but they're not cheap. If cost is the issue I would definitely go with Special-Ks advice.

bmchevy1979 · 08-29-2015, 10:58 PM

I used 74 c10 brake lines on my truck just took bracket that held them to control arm off the are plenty long enough for a six inch lift and in the back I took the factory bracket that holds brake line to housing and bent it straight up and have not had any issues except in back when I pulled the six and put my 2in lift back in it put a harsh bend in hose so I had to put a unmodified bracket back on

**special-K** · 08-30-2015, 09:33 AM

You have to figure the age thing matters more with 'years exposed to brake fluid' than years on shelf. Look how long they last exposed to that rancid crap. I would use them. Also, no exposure to UVs

enaberif · 09-07-2015, 10:47 PM

2wd C10 brake lines were used in this... Done on a 74 K10 with 4" lift. You have to swap sides with the brake lines because of the bend at the caliper side. But these bolted directly up to my truck.

Napa part # 36759 is used for the left side
Napa part # 36760 is used for the right side

Original:

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liftlawssuck · 09-08-2015, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enaberif

2wd C10 brake lines were used in this... Done on a 74 K10 with 4" lift. You have to swap sides with the brake lines because of the bend at the caliper side. But these bolted directly up to my truck.

Napa part # 36759 is used for the left side
Napa part # 36760 is used for the right side

Original:

After:

I think you need longer u-bolts!! LOL!

enaberif · 09-22-2015, 05:12 PM

LOL I didn't get around to cutting that one off yet!

08-17-2015, 02:38 PM	#1
webfoot Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hermiston, OR Posts: 947	Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Just trying to do this without spending a ton of money on what seems like a pretty simple part. My truck is a 1970 with 6" lift, PDB and a Dana 60, which I assume takes metric stuff. Is there a trick stock hose from something that will fit these or is custom the only way to go? PO Had a huge lift and 44s, and routed the brake lines under the frame with extensions and I want to put it through the frame and do it properly. __________________ *Running in place gets you nowhere fast.* -me 1968 GTO 4-spd covnvertible 1970 K-20 4-speed, factory AC.

08-17-2015, 04:01 PM	#2
1tuff71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clarkston, Michigan Posts: 461	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Call Inline Tube __________________ Bought this thing bone stock with intentions to just add a lift and tires and the next thing I knew it was on my garage floor in a million pieces. Sometimes the best laid plans........

08-17-2015, 07:04 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Yeah, use mid-late 70s c20 brake hose (or '80s). Believe it or not they are longer than 4wd __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

08-17-2015, 08:55 PM	#5
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Call Russell tech support with approximate lengths and fitting. They can find one that fits. For my application 74 K10 on 59 springs turned out to be same as 74 4" lift. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

08-18-2015, 11:49 AM	#6
pat english Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: la puente ca Posts: 358	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Hoseman in Santa fe springs CA can make any legnth/style hydraulic hose you need. Or these http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog...brakelines.htm Last edited by pat english; 08-18-2015 at 06:41 PM.

08-18-2015, 10:05 PM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Have the original brake hoses always done what brake hoses need to do? Buy the ones I suggested and save a bundle of loot to get what you need to stop your truck. I've ordered the longer hoses from lift companies before. They did nothing the originals don't do. I've had them come with the rear hose having two female ends and the wrong size at the outlet. I ordered the correct hose from Inline Tube. I gave him the length and what size and type fittings needed and he made the hose as well as supplied a correct junction block. But I've been doing the OEM-spec hoses lately since they work and save money __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 08-30-2015 at 09:29 AM. Reason: don't...do

08-19-2015, 12:14 PM	#8
webfoot Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hermiston, OR Posts: 947	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? I will try the stockers for sure, only issue will be if they are long enough. __________________ *Running in place gets you nowhere fast.* -me 1968 GTO 4-spd covnvertible 1970 K-20 4-speed, factory AC.

08-22-2015, 11:28 PM	#9
mike16 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: bisbee, arizona Posts: 1,529	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? make sure whatever you use...it MUST be DOT approved. Ask your vendor straight up. if they are evasive with thier reply move on quickly. Inline tube is pretty top notch. but the standard is DOT approved. dont let that slip by. expect to pay more too

08-24-2015, 02:36 AM	#10
RedRoad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Los Angeles California Posts: 927	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? 23" Raybestos front brake lines on blow out at RA for $4.33 each! http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/rafr...arcode=1158476

08-25-2015, 03:45 AM	#12
RedRoad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Los Angeles California Posts: 927	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? The website stated OAL but Ill measure in a few days when the parts come in. The only thing Im wondering about is the bend in the steel line at the caliper end.

08-25-2015, 04:28 PM	#13
webfoot Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hermiston, OR Posts: 947	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? OT; I recognize that "GM Genuine Parts" label you have for an avatar. I have an upper A-arm cross shaft in one of those boxes for my 62 Catalina. Most of the suspension stuff available for that old tank is NOS or NORS so I get to see lots of the old packaging, the Moog boxes are cool too. __________________ *Running in place gets you nowhere fast.* -me 1968 GTO 4-spd covnvertible 1970 K-20 4-speed, factory AC.

08-28-2015, 05:58 PM	#14
RedRoad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Los Angeles California Posts: 927	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? got my lines yesterday, they measure 23 inches from the tip of the frame side fitting to the corner of the 90 degree bend on the caliper side. Only bad thing is these close outs are OLD!! one dated 1992 and the other 2000. Not sure I want to risk using them even if they are NOS, I thought they date out after 10 years

08-28-2015, 11:27 PM	#15
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? Best way is to measure while the frame is jacked up and the axle is hanging free, then be sure to turn left and right and recheck, especially if you offroad. I used Offroad design braded and plastic coated lines, they are legal for highway use and marked. Give them a call and tell them the length you need. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

08-29-2015, 12:24 AM	#16
1malo68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lost Wages, NV Posts: 201	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? I used Offroad Design hoses and also ordered from Crown Performance and they look to be the same design but you can customize the color with Crown. both have awesome construction but they're not cheap. If cost is the issue I would definitely go with Special-Ks advice. __________________ 1968 K10/30 *Frame Off Project "Overkill"* My 5 year, $30,000.00 toy

08-29-2015, 10:58 PM	#17
bmchevy1979 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 707	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? I used 74 c10 brake lines on my truck just took bracket that held them to control arm off the are plenty long enough for a six inch lift and in the back I took the factory bracket that holds brake line to housing and bent it straight up and have not had any issues except in back when I pulled the six and put my 2in lift back in it put a harsh bend in hose so I had to put a unmodified bracket back on __________________ <Brandon> 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer 350sbc/SM465/NP205, dana44 front, corp 14bolt rear with 4.10s and a powertrax locker, custom rear bumper 400sbc in the works. 1981 GMC C1500 stepside 250i6, 3spd, 12bolt with 3.08s 2.5/4drop on 15x10 with 275/50r15 81 GMC C3500 cab-chassis dually with utility bed 350sbc, Sm465, 14bolt with 4.10s nv4500 getting ready to go in 1979 Chevrolet K5 R.I.P. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=434096 1976 Chevrolet C10 R.I.P. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=434195



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08-30-2015, 09:33 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? You have to figure the age thing matters more with 'years exposed to brake fluid' than years on shelf. Look how long they last exposed to that rancid crap. I would use them. Also, no exposure to UVs __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-07-2015, 10:47 PM	#19
enaberif Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 1,181	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? 2wd C10 brake lines were used in this... Done on a 74 K10 with 4" lift. You have to swap sides with the brake lines because of the bend at the caliper side. But these bolted directly up to my truck. Napa part # 36759 is used for the left side Napa part # 36760 is used for the right side Original: After:

09-22-2015, 05:12 PM	#21
enaberif Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 1,181	Re: Good source for extended front brake flex lines? LOL I didn't get around to cutting that one off yet!

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