Brake line question

[69importkilla]

This is gonna sound pretty basic but, why do brake lines coil before going into the master cylinder and/or proportioning valve? Is it necessary? I would like to shorten them and straighten them out to clean them up a little. Any possible problems with doing this?

[MrQuick]

Some say its to take up the slack to make both front lines equal length. Others say it acts as a shock so the lines don't break at the fittings from the movement that goes on between the body and frame. I say it to make you say huuummmm.

[E30M30]

Making them equal in length doesn't make a difference. I think it's makes the production of the lines cheaper since "all" the lines are the same.

[CarlC]

It allows for flexibility and ease of alignment of the lines/fittings to the splitter/MC/proportioning valves. They also allow for MC removal with lines connected to service the booster system.

The Camaro does not have a loop for extra line, but does have a bend that will allow some flexibility.

The car has a single line to an AN "T" to the LH frame mount, then a short line to the LH wheel, long line to the RH wheel. No issues.