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Old Aug 6, 2008 | 10:00 AM
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installed new ss clutch line.....you guys must be lyin'

Because I can't tell any difference....

even when it replaced a leaky clutch line
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 10:34 AM
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Because I can't tell any difference....
uh oh the secrets out
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 10:39 AM
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Alot more reliable and CLEANER than having that $70 stock rubber crap line in there.
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 10:49 AM
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What lie was told about them? All i ever ever heard is that it doesnt require being replaced again due to rotting and cracking. Thats why I did mine. Got rid of the leak and is more durable.
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 11:33 AM
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it is told they give a stiffer feel to the clutch pedal because the rubber line can expand under pressure. The SS line wont expand.

But in all reality, I highly doubt you will 'feel' the difference with your foot.
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Originally Posted by black_maxed95
it is told they give a stiffer feel to the clutch pedal because the rubber line can expand under pressure. The SS line wont expand.

But in all reality, I highly doubt you will 'feel' the difference with your foot.
Hmm, I know that does pertain to brake lines but didnt my clutch line didnt feel any different.
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 01:01 PM
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My SS brake lines made a BIG difference.
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 01:21 PM
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Dooley....how so did your SS clutch line make a "BIG" difference? just wondering...why did you photoshop your car to look like a 4X4? the cardomain pic of that one looks clean though

97SEdriver...stock clutch in the maxima?
Old Aug 6, 2008 | 02:13 PM
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Dooley....how so did your SS clutch line make a "BIG" difference? just wondering...why did you photoshop your car to look like a 4X4? the cardomain pic of that one looks clean though

97SEdriver...stock clutch in the maxima?
reading > you.

he said SS brake line.
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oops. my mistake. thanks for making that clear ...not paying enough attention....i got sidetracked on the 4X4 part
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by one_fast_max
Dooley....how so did your SS clutch line make a "BIG" difference? just wondering...why did you photoshop your car to look like a 4X4? the cardomain pic of that one looks clean though

97SEdriver...stock clutch in the maxima?
yes...

stock clutch, actually same clutch as when I bought it 120,000 miles ago

I put in a sort of custom line that doesn't go to the clutch master cylinder, I used the union box that the clutch and brake lines connect to because I don't want the box getting corroded with it's internals being exposed.
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 12:00 PM
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i have a leak in my system. I bought a new master cylinder when I got the car and that didn't solve anything. still had to add fluid every 2-3 weaks. I ordered a SS line on Ebay for 95-01 Maxima's (i believe). I went to install it and it does not look like the right one. Anyone got a picture of what there's looks like? I will try to post a pic later.
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Flava_24/7
Hmm, I know that does pertain to brake lines but didnt my clutch line didnt feel any different.
Mine felt the same way, its just that i have a small leak too, so instead of buying rubber crap again, i went with the SS.
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 12:53 PM
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I replaced my rubber w/rubber, and it leaked again in 2 years. so i went w/SS. Freakin banjo joint...
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Old Aug 7, 2008 | 01:16 PM
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Um, my pic is shopped...
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 02:16 PM
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ss clutch lines are for durability, not feel. Unless your stock hose is really worn and about to burst I'll challenge anyone to tell a s/s line vs. a good stock line in a blind test.

SS brake lines are sometimes noticeable compared to rubber lines, but it's not a big difference. People who install s/s brake lines are getting the benefit of the fluid and replacing tired stock lines. If you installed s/s brake lines on a new car you'd have a hard time telling in a blind test.

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Old Aug 7, 2008 | 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by black_maxed95
it is told they give a stiffer feel to the clutch pedal because the rubber line can expand under pressure. The SS line wont expand.

But in all reality, I highly doubt you will 'feel' the difference with your foot.
you can feel it big time in the brake lines......but in the clutch, i couldnt tell at all. no big deal its a 30 part, just know you wont have to replace it and its better than stock....and cheaper
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 07:23 PM
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you should not notice any difference. anyone who does has issues with there stock lines. it's a pure reliability mod. bar none.
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 10:40 PM
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If anybody wants to try, I'm selling mine. link in my sig.
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Old Aug 9, 2008 | 07:56 AM
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I can't make a new thread. Don't know why. Even tho I have only like 3 posts I joined a yr or so ago.

Anyhow I got this SS Clutch line from Ebay months and months ago. I went to install it since I have a leak and I think it's the wrong one b/c If it's the right one I don't know how I am going to install it.

for some reason i can not upload pix so. here's what it says on the outside of the package

NC-210YOR 2/94-2001 UP

thank you
Old Aug 9, 2008 | 08:06 AM
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What's the problem? Is it not long enough?
Old Aug 9, 2008 | 08:09 AM
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it just doesn't look right. if you give me your email or aim info i can send you a pic. for some reason i can not upload right now to photobucket.

my aim is: na93prepre
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