I need to run a brake line (existing is no good anymore), and i figured that i should just do it myself instead of paying for them at honda
i understand how it all works, and how to do it, but i just have a few technicalities to work out:

- Does honda use a 37degree or 45degree inverted flare?
- Where can i get the brake line nuts that are needed? I believe its 10 x 1.0
- Are our brake lines 3/16ths? cuz i did some practice flares and it seems that my tool is really hacking up the tube, as though its too small, maybe i just have a shitty tool?

Anyways, thanks a lot for anyone who has any input... anything else i should know about hondas brake lines, or making custom lines would be a big help!

PS: i did ALOT of searching already, and on the internet there isnt much info other then "how to flare"... which ive already read up on

NOTE: I am talking about HARDLINES here, not replacements for the rubber tubing that goes directly to the calipers... I am running lines between the master cylinder and proportioning valve

 

Shoot me a PM or give me a call. We are the supplier for John Force Racing and many other automotive companies in the brake and fuel line department.

Most people run 3/16" x .028 or 3/16" x .035 stainless tubing for their hardline brake lines. If you'd like I could recommend the best size od and wall thickness for your application. We also stock all of the necessary fittings.

Richard @ Ace Stainless Supply
800-888-8769
rich@acestainless.com

 

do you sell any high quality flaring tools?

 

Sorry about the delay in posting...

Yes we do carry high quality flaring tools. We also carry tools for those on a budget.

 

i'm in the process or re-running my metal lines from the fire wall to the back brakes of my 4dr teg as well

I recently noticed that my brake pedal was feeling spongy and going all the way to the floor.. I was also losing brake fluid from the resivior.. well low and behold my lines under the car had rusted through and the fluid was leaking there..


I just went to Autozone and bought 4 60" hard lines w/ the correct fittings at the end and two unions at Murray's.. total bill was : about $28 in parts

i'm gonna put in the new parts in the next day or so cuz i need my car to get around..

hopefully you'll be able to find the parts at ur local auto parts store... THey should have what u need..

 

my main question is if honda uses a 37 degree or 45 degree flare

i did a 45 degree flare and everything seems to be great so far... i havent rode the car yet (its currently without an engine) but i threw in some fluid and primed the brakes, and i havent seen a leak yet

the real test will be when it throw on the suspension and brakes and hook it up properly, then do some actual braking

 

http://www.classictrucksweb.com/tech/0501cl_brake/

some helpful info here.

You are good with 45 deg for automotive brake systems, even Honda's.

37 deg is for AN fittings.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mullet_SyTy &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.classictrucksweb.com/tech/0501cl_brake/

some helpful info here.

You are good with 45 deg for automotive brake systems, even Honda's.

37 deg is for AN fittings.</TD></TR></TABLE>

awesome site!! great info there