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Originally Posted by Mike_G
When I installed stainless lines I didn't notice at the time but one of the old crush washers on the rear stayed on the caliper so now there is an extra. It seemed to seal up fine with it there. Should I remove it and replace with two new washers or should it be fine with the extra used on still in there. I have the old used one/ new one/ line/ new one/ banjo bolt. No leaks as of right now.
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Having two copper washers is not a problem they will crush to seal; no leaks no problem.
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Originally Posted by Avalnch
Stay away from the Racing Brake lines (or others like them). They are junk! Had to replace all four of mine when I rebuilt my calipers. Went with the Russel lines. Great price and reuses the OEM banjo bolts.
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I feel as if an uncoated ss line would be subject to failure before a coated or even steel braided rubber hose. Even SS can rust; especially a lower grade like 304. Also may be possible to embed dirt in braids and add to the deterioration.
I'm interested if anyone knows bursting pressures and temp ratings for OEM style and aftermarket.
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Originally Posted by bannonm
Buy ones that will work on the ZL1/CTS-V calipers. They are a little longer than the SS, but it you ever decide to upgrade calipers, you won't be buying new brake lines again.
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I assume they are longer to reach the connection on the caliper. Is that correct?