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Need Advice...Spongy braking after SS lines installed....Any ideas????

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Old Oct 5, 2003 | 12:10 PM
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Need Advice...Spongy braking after SS lines installed....Any ideas????

I installed a set of Good Ridge stainless steel brake lines, bled all four brakes in the spec order, and I still get a spongy brake feel. Could it be air in the system still? What else could be wrong? Has anyone else had this problem? I was so looking forward to this mod b/c of other members feedback about the improvement. i have aftermarket pads but did not upgrade the rotors yet. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Old Oct 5, 2003 | 09:25 PM
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Keep bleeding them till it feels right. You may need half a bottle or more.
Old Oct 5, 2003 | 10:32 PM
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Please check for leaks. Make sure all your lines are tight.

Originally Posted by Lloyds96Max
I installed a set of Good Ridge stainless steel brake lines, bled all four brakes in the spec order, and I still get a spongy brake feel. Could it be air in the system still? What else could be wrong? Has anyone else had this problem? I was so looking forward to this mod b/c of other members feedback about the improvement. i have aftermarket pads but did not upgrade the rotors yet. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Old Oct 5, 2003 | 10:46 PM
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I used almost 2 bottles before they felt good...
Old Oct 5, 2003 | 11:07 PM
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i'm doing mine this thursday - got speedbleeders and looking forward to get my hands dirty !!!
will install blank brembos and nissan OEM pads along with SS lines.
Old Oct 6, 2003 | 05:30 AM
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you have air in the lines. bleed them in the order Right rear, left front, left rear, and right front
Old Oct 6, 2003 | 12:59 PM
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tHANKS gUYS.....i'll just keep bleeding them until they feel right...enjoy your maximas
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