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Old Feb 3, 2004 | 09:05 PM
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braided brake lines worth it

My 91 Z has a slightly mushy brake peddle. I have double checked to make shure there is no air in the system and the pads have been replaced, however the flexible lines have never been replaced. I was thinking of trying the braided ones, but didnt know if it was worth the time. Has anyone noticed a differance with them? Thanks
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Old Feb 3, 2004 | 09:48 PM
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I was watching 2 guys garage on Speed Tv the other day and I say them talk about this. The factory rubber lines will expand when under extreme pressure. Expecially with High output break systems like Wilwood or Baer this drop in pressure will decrease your stopping ability, expecially in hard breaking. The braided lines will fix this problem because they do not expand or bubble when under extreme pressure.
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Old Feb 3, 2004 | 09:52 PM
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Hey...that was my 69th post...hah
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Old Feb 3, 2004 | 10:05 PM
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you bet
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Old Feb 3, 2004 | 10:30 PM
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they are worth the money. it is a huge different in the pedal feel. you will love them.
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Old Feb 4, 2004 | 08:48 AM
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Yep. Buy 'em.

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Old Feb 4, 2004 | 10:54 AM
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who sells them or where can i get them , i have an 85 ta and would like to get some this summer.
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Old Feb 4, 2004 | 11:04 AM
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As I recall, I purchased mine from Summit, but Jeg's no doubt has them as well--now that I consider, Spohn carries them too. Check there first, otherwise you may be confused about what you need. Here's the link for others who may be interested:

http://www.spohn.net/category.cfm?categoryid=1095

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Old Feb 4, 2004 | 04:05 PM
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thanks jamesc
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Old Feb 8, 2004 | 06:11 PM
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earl's works very well you can find them in alot of publications like summit. stay away from russel.
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