What do I need to replace a broken brake line? (1 Viewer)

[BladeRunner80]

I posted a while ago about trying to figure out why my brakes were dragging. It was suggested that I pull the line to the MC to look for a residual vavle, sure enough there was one in there. One problem though, the bolt was rusted and I accidently snapped the brake line. So now I need to run a new brake line off the MC to the junction on the front axle.

What size of parts am I going to need, do you know the standard nut size? I'm guessing I'm going to need a brake flaring tool and brake line bender? The master cyliner and front end w/disks are from a 75 or newer.

Thanks

 

[mikedickbek]

I'd say take off what you broke, go down to napa or your local auto parts store, and get something that'll work. They sell pre-made lines with ends on them (flared w/ nuts) in various different lengths. Watch out though. There are japanese and european threads, so make sure to get the right ones.
You'll then need a bender like you said.
Good luck!

 

[bandy rooster]

measure the length you need ( to the junction block) go down and ask for a "Japanese" brake line. they won't have the exact length you need but get something close, they usually come in 1'-5' lengths. get something a hair longer and just coil it to make it work. ( this will be the easiest way otherwise you will have to cut and flare a new brake line on your own)

 

[Bluzer]

Use care in removing your old line so you can use it as a template when you bend your new line. It's much easier to bend the line off the vehicle.

 

[tlcruiser66]

most local napa shops will build brake lines for you. Just make sure you bring your old fittings with you, when I brought mine down, they didn't have anything in the same size.

Kevin

 

[merbesfield]

what is the brake line size? and what are the fitting sizes? in mm pls.

 

[Poser]

9mm for 07/70 and earlier trucks


10mm for 71 and later trucks