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    Thread: Do I need to

    1. #1
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      Do I need to

      add a loop in the brake lines from the master cylinder to the front and rear brakes? I believe the loops where there originally for chassis flex. My car has a chassisworks front subframe with solid mounts and welded in rear subframe connectors. I'll be using ss lines and was thinking I can get by without making loops. Or is it better safe than sorry as the master may also flex slightly when the brakes are applied.

      Matt


      Current project: " Chain Reaction "

      A.K.A. " BIG " by wife, biatch in garage.

      1969 RS Camaro L92 T56 Quadra-link, CW sub, Ford 9" a progressive build.

      Ex track car: 1995 Camaro LS1 T56


    2. #2
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      The loops don't have to be there but you need enough to let them flex a bit. With the solid mounts all you'll have is firewall flex, and vibration. I've got a bunch of different tubing benders if you need them.

    3. #3
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      Try to put in some kind of bend to allow for flex. Mine have a 90* after exiting the MC and then a small bend before attaching to a "T" near the LH wheel.

      The original loops also allow for booster removal without MC line disconnect.
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    4. #4
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      I usually roll a couple loops around a thick broom handle to be safe. Cars flex and vibrate nevermind the twisting from engine torque and hard cornering. Don't want to be in the pits fabbing a new brake line instead of running around the track!

      John




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