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Old Jul 27, 2004 | 08:31 AM
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Stainless Brake Lines

I am getting new rotors and pads and was thinking about stainless steel brake lines, are they worth it and if so, where can I get some, how much should I expect to pay, and what would be a good brand to go with. Thanks
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 09:09 AM
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~$100-120ish... I bought mine (Techna-Fit) from Automax_95 in the Group Deals forum. I think it was $105 shipped or around there.
I haven't had any trouble with these. I've heard great things about Goodridge SS lines too.
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by OUMAX
I am getting new rotors and pads and was thinking about stainless steel brake lines, are they worth it and if so, where can I get some, how much should I expect to pay, and what would be a good brand to go with. Thanks
I've got the Goodridge SS Lines and I really don't notice a big differnce at all. I have cross-drilled rotors(stock size), Hawk HP pads on stock calipers. Maybe if I upgraded to a bigger brake kit I would notice a diff. I got mine for around $110 because I bought most of my brake stuff from them so they gave me a discount of the lines. I think they are normally $150 but Stillen's prices are always expensive to begin with. The good thing about these lines is that I won't have to worry about the lines cracking and leaking in the future. Goodluck.
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 01:40 PM
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I have the Goodridge SS lines as well. They are well worth the money. Try www.makeitfast.com I only paid $120 shipped.
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 02:00 PM
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Thanks for the good info, I will probably get the Goodridge ones then.
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 02:03 PM
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get them..they are worth it
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 02:32 PM
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Thanks for the good info, I will probably get the Goodridge ones then.
On their site, I only see up to '01....
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 02:43 PM
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The only thing you need to worry about with the SS lines is possible rubbing. Make sure you tie them in where the stock lines ran and install the clips on the struts. If not then they can rub and eventually break. One of mine did, and let me tell you it sucks when it happens.
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 03:39 PM
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If you are going for looks, then SS lines are a nice addition but not visible from more than a few feet.
If you are concerned about brake fade, then SS lines are an improvement but not as much as additional pistons (better calipers).

My $.02, no offense intended. I put them on my car for the looks and for the additional benefit.
Old Jul 27, 2004 | 05:08 PM
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I got mine from www.horsepowerfreaks.com, I belive I paid like 109 shipped for them a while back. I didn't notice much of a difference. Gonna see how its going to be with the TTZ/Blehmco kit.
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