Brake Lines - Braided vs solid

[Bevan-L]

Whats everyones view on brake lines.. braided vs solid?

I have seen some guys run braided throughout the car but i was wondering if this still doesnt have some effect on the pedal firmness?

[Crazy Dave]

Plus it would cost you a fortune. There are strict requirements on running brake lines through cars so make sure you follow them if you do it. But solid steel lines would be prefferred with only small sections of braided line at most. With the right tooling you should be able to do nearly without it. Otherwise just protect them under the car, which I will do soon :spank:

[Bevan-L]

Thanks for the input Dave, wrt the strict requirements, what sorta things do they look for and what to do and what not to do...

[ernysp76]

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