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[LedSled]

Hi everyone. Working on a 80 El Camino resto-mod. I currently have the frame off and body on a rotisserie. While it's cold, I've been working on the rear in the heated part of my garage. Finished mounting the LS1 brakes last night. I want to complete the mock up before tearing down to send the rear for powder coating. I need to find all new lines including the axle lines and 3 way block. The drum lines were rotted completely so I can't shorten them. Anyone know of a reliable source for complete rear lines for LS1 conversion on g body rear? I'd prefer to not make my own since I don't have the tools or know exactly what fittings I need. Flynbye appears to have what I need but when I tried to order I received an error. Not sure if the guy is still in business or hibernating for the winter. Get no answer when I call. Will try again but thought I'd reach out hear as well.

Appreciate any leads or tips.

 

[lilbowtie]

An idea for you,there is a new Copper Nickle Seamless Tube brake line out (DOT) that is extremely easy to work with. Just replaced my lines from the proportioning valve back. Just used the old line as a template using electrical tape, taped and bent the line to match the original (by hand) . They came out great. Local auto stores carry it or order a spool from jegs - summit. A nice double flare kit is all you need.

 

[pontiacgp]

An idea for you,there is a new Copper Nickle Seamless Tube brake line out (DOT) that is extremely easy to work with. Just replaced my lines from the proportioning valve back. Just used the old line as a template using electrical tape, taped and bent the line to match the original (by hand) . They came out great. Local auto stores carry it or order a spool from jegs - summit. A nice double flare kit is all you need.

I used a similar product called Cunifer

http://www.fedhillusa.com/

 

[Longroof79]

It looks like a nice product. Does it require using a high dollar/ heavy duty flaring tool?
I have a few lines that could stand to be replaced.

 

[Opie Knievel]

I used a similar product called Cunifer

http://www.fedhillusa.com/

That looks like a really good product.

 

[pontiacgp]

That looks like a really good product.

It is, I replaced all my lines about 4 years ago and the lines with a bit of polishing look new. This material does not corrode

 

[lilbowtie]

It looks like a nice product. Does it require using a high dollar/ heavy duty flaring tool?
I have a few lines that could stand to be replaced.

Simple double flair kit. Lot of auto stores sell pre made to certain lengths.

 

[pontiacgp]

It looks like a nice product. Does it require using a high dollar/ heavy duty flaring tool?
I have a few lines that could stand to be replaced.

no, it's actually a softer material than the steel lines so it takes a bit of practice with the common flaring tools

 

[Longroof79]

Simple double flair kit. Lot of auto stores sell pre made to certain lengths.

Thank you. That's really helpful. I have purchased brake and fuel lines in the past with fittings already included, but bending and flaring some of those steel lines were tricky, plus a common flaring tool won't cut it when it came to flaring the ends. Do they now sell both types, or have discontinued selling the hard steel lines in favor of the softer tubing?

 

[Longroof79]

no, it's actually a softer material than the steel lines so it takes a bit of practice with the common flaring tools

Thanks Steve.
Being that these lines are softer than typical steel lines, it must be a breeze working with them. It would be nice if a common flaring tool could be used successfully.