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Did Steel Braided Brake Lines Help?

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Old 06-03-14, 10:38 AM
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Default Did Steel Braided Brake Lines Help?

I'm curious about getting these for our SC.

If you installed only (not pads, rotor, etc) Steel Braided brake lines, did you notice a positive difference in braking ?

Just trying to see if they're worth the $$$...
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Yes I noticed a difference, but I also have the Carbing STB with master-cylinder stopper which added some extra firmness as well. But I would say you should have better brake feel with just the lines anyways.

I will say though to stay away from the eBay brand. I installed those and lost brakes a couple months after when the aluminum fitting failed. I'm lucky to still be alive and not have caused an accident.
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Thanks - scE - yea, I'm looking at the stoptech/Centric on Amazon.. much much cheapter than summit for the exact same thing..
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You may notice a difference over old rubber lines, but if you replace lines that are in good condition you probably wont. That being said if you feel your lines need replacing Stainless Steel lines are the way to go.
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