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Old 01-20-2017, 03:45 PM
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loop in hard lines why ?

HI all i have fitted headers to mr 88 formula. the hard lines are very close to the header . im replacing the lines and would like to run them under the stearing colum and loose the loops to gain clearance . anyone ?
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Re: loop in hard lines why ?

Instead of hoses manufacturers use loops to allow brake lines to flex when the chassis flexes.
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Re: loop in hard lines why ?

Exactly: they are there to keep them from cracking from vibration and body flex.

Either figure out a way to retain them, or get braided stainless flex hoses to replace them. One way or another there needs to be some "give" in them.
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Re: loop in hard lines why ?

You can sandwich them between the column & subframe to move them away from the exhaust.Thats what i did.
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Re: loop in hard lines why ?

so thats whot thay are for! ive put the pipes the other side of the colum next to frame rail .thanks for advice .




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