!970 c30 TOW TRUCK BRAKE line

[hevs76]

I have a busted brake line, and was wondering if anyone knows of a great site to purchase new or universal. also does anyone have a diagram of the brake line set up.

[andrewmp6]

Was it a hard line or soft line that popped?I would try my local auto parts store first if not you places like lmc truck brothers truck should have it.Or worse case if you can bend and flare your on lines not that too hard to do.

[PGSigns]

If it lost a line I would check all the rubber hoses and replace them if them don't look new. I have started using the nickel copper brake lines and they are easy to work with. Pull the line that failed and use it for a pattern and you can get various lengths your local parts stores. It may take a little creativity in mixing and matching lengths some times but not a bad job at all. You can also buy it in coils to make up custom lengths but will need a flair tool.
Jimmy

[hevs76]

Thanks. Weather was good today so i went under the TT and noticed its the hard line that goes all the way to the rear brakes. I have been considering but not sure it it's a good idea in using the flexible brake lines.

[PGSigns]

I am not suggesting you use flexible brake lines. I am suggesting you check all the lines including the rubber lines going to the wheels in the front and the rearend housing in the back. If you are making a repair its time to check it all. If you have hard lines failing the flex lines may not be much better. The new hard line that is available is made of Nickel copper and not steel. It wont rust and is easier to work with. Lots of info out there on the nickel copper if you google it. No matter what you use it is time to look at it all.
Jimmy

[andrewmp6]

Yeah replaced a hard line with a hard line always.