Has anyone installed SS brake lines on their '03? If so, what brand did you use?

I was looking for Goodridge SS lines, but can't find any for '03. If you've found a set for '03 can you post the part number and where you got them?

Or is there a quality alternative to Goodridge that will fit on an '03?

Thanks for the info

 

BUMP.

I've been looking for SS lines for my 2K2, but haven't found anything yet.

 

I got Goodridge SS brakelines on my 2k2 6-speed a couple of months ago and I got them from Stillen for a discounted price of $100...that's because I got other brake supplies from them also. I think Southwest Autoworks also sells them for ~$150...Stillen's are on sale now for like $127. Call Southwest Auto and see if they can beat that price. Compare the shipping prices though.

No mods are neccesary...they fit right in with no problems at all. Stillen's website say they are Sportlines but they will actually ship you Goodridge lines.


www.stillen.com

 

I got some SS lines from a Group Deal recently for my 2K... they fit fine and the transaction was quick. Not sure what brand they are.

 

Goodridge SS Brake lines


Did you notice any difference in the braking performance?

 

You won't notice a difference in preformance. You will notice a difference in pedal feel, it will be muck stiffer and less spongy.

Also I don't think many places list a part number or info for 2k2+ but it's the same part for all 5th gens.

 

stillen part #308900 says its for 00-01. i have a set sitting on my floor no time to install them.

will

 

how hard is the brake line installation? Can anyone post in the How-To sectoin please, thanx

 

It can be very messy. If your not the best with tools or don't know much about brakes other than how to change the pads I'd have a shop install them for you.

 

But on a SS install, dont you just replace the "hardline" from the fixed point to the caliper? I would "think" (And we all know thinking is a BAD thing sometimes) that only a fussy fastener would be a problem? Am I simplifing this task to much?

I agree with the messy part, that and you have to rebleed you whole brake system.

 

If you do it yourself, use a VERY high quality 10mm flare nut wrench on the brake line flare nut... i.e. Sears Craftsman. Do NOT attempt this job with a cheap-quality flare nut wrench, as the wrench will flex/bend in the presence of a very tight flare nut, which will round off the flare nut (thus making it almost IMPOSSIBLE to remove). Be very careful with the flare nut, and take your time... use some penetrating oil too.

The SS brake hoses made the most difference on the fronts, and the difference is nice.. the pedal is much stiffer, as in it takes less pedal travel to produce the same braking effect as before. I am definitely happy I installed these.

 

With my big brake kit, I have some SS lines in the front from Precision. You might wanna try calling them up and seeing what they would charge you to make you some. Might be cheaper than Stealin...

 

Colonel, the install is not replacing "hardline" but the "soft line from the capiler to the "hardline" attached to the chassis. Not only do you have to be cafeful with flare nuts like spirilis said, and a good flare nut wrench is highly recomended, but you need to take care when attaching the flare nut to the hard line. You will need 2 wrenches for this. The clips that hold the line in place will be a major pain if you don't have a lift. Then you need to do a complete fluid change and bleed the system.
It's not that hard of a job but like I said it can be messy. If you have a vacuum asistsed bleeder kit I would drain the system 1st that will help keep the mess to a min. Also DO NOT get any brake fluid on ANY painted surface PERIOD!

Also everything I've read on these says to ALWAYS replace all 4 lines. Not to do the fronts and leave the backs alone. I am surprised the brake kits don't come with all 4.

 

Thanks for clarifying my notes. Thats what I meant...but definately NOT what I wrote I meant replace the "softline" from the fixed hardline to the caliper. Oh well.

How will the "clips" produce a major pain? They just hold the line in place right? I like the recommendation of removing the fluid from the system. It has to be changes anyway, so get it out of the way and reduce the mess. I will be using a vacuum assist to blow the fluid through the lines.

BTW, when you get the Stillen or Goodrich Lines does it only come for the front? I was under the impression it was for front and rear.??????

 

You'll see what I mean about the clips.

$tillen only sells the Goodridge kit so no matter where you get it it's the same kit. Yes, it come with all 4.

Some posts here refer to a big brake kit only comming with the fronts...

 

Drench the clips in penetrating oil, and figure out ways to manipulate the clips with a screwdriver (pry between the clip and something else, etc.)... they came off easily for me

 

I just used a Channel Lock and a mallet to get them off, that was pretty easy. Getting them back on was my pain.