Well here is my question. I am wondering if stainless lines are worth installing. I track my car quite a bit, so I guess the answer is yes?

Also what are the best to get, and where can I get them?

Any experiences to share.

I searched the archive and found zero results

Thanks

 

I have the Goodridge lines. The install is a breeze, just make sure to re-use the Honda banjo bolts... The ones that come with the lines are not rated for the torque specified in the Helm - and they are visibly flimsier.
Other than that, it firmed up the pedal a tad. Nothing earth shaking.
They do get dirt in the braid, so you need to keep an eye on the wear, especially where they rub against the eyelets. In my case, one side tends to bind a little at the eyelet attached to the shock. Maybe I'm just a moron who can't install brake lines. Entirely possible... You should probably try to find a set that comes with a sheath - a little more $$$, and I'm a cheap bastard.
For $100, I'd say it wasn't really worth it. If I had to do it again, I'd keep the rubber lines, unless they were really old and tired.
But, heY! The SS lIneS suRe are BliNg-blInG - if you could see'em....

hth

 

Not really. The rubber lines on most newer cars are pretty good and you won't notice much of a difference. Try and find a set of lines that have an outer teflon/rubber liner to keep dirt out of the braid. The best SS lines are not DOT approved due to silly federal regulations (DOT lines ust be permanently attached to the ends with crimps, but the best lines use Earls and Aeroquip type fittings :hammer.

Anyways, I would say do it if/when the stock lines begin to look worn/dry. Otherwise, I wouldn't bother.

 

I replaced them when I replaced the pads and rotors. Just be sure to use zip ties if you think that the line bind at a certain point. I can't tell if they are worth it. On an older 92 Teg like mine, I'd say definitely. On a newer car, new lines and fluid should make a difference but maybe not $120 worth.

 

I put SS lines on 2 older cars and I could definitely tell a difference in feel.

I have had Goodridge lines on both my Eclipse and SE-R for several years and they are holding up well.

I would stay away from Russell lines.

 

You can also shrink-wrap them if you are worried about the dirt abrasion issue. They are also tougher - less likely to get torn off if you leap over a curb. If I were building a car that need the lines replaced - say more than 10 years old - I would replace them with SS. Otherwise, maybe not.

Kirk

 

Read this.

 

After ordering the Goodridge lines for my car, I found that JCWhitney (of all places) has a really good price on the Neuspeed lines. They're stainless covered with a rubber sheath. Having it to do all over again, I would probably buy the Neuspeed.

My project is a work in progress and just got a motor implant tonight so I have no useful feedback right now.

 

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My project is a work in progress and just got a motor implant tonight so I have no useful feedback right now.</TD></TR></TABLE>

how do the Neuspeed lines perform compared to Goodridge lines? anyone have input on this?

 

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If you have newer car with rubber lines and you change to SS lines the difference most likely WON'T be felt because it's THAT minimal.

That being said. The nuespeed lines won't "perform" any different then the Goodridge lines because they are both SS lines. BUT, since the neuspeed lines have the sheathing around the braides they may be more resistant to wear.

 

Stoptech lines also have this coating

 

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my Goodridge SS lines had the teflon coating.

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my Goodridge SS lines had the teflon coating.

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Do they also have a DOT rating? If not, they are technically for offroad use only....

 

eh...i'll just stick with my stock brake lines...i'll just have new pads and rotors installed...much more cost efficient for my daily driver

 

Are your rotors worn out?

 

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Do they also have a DOT rating? If not, they are technically for offroad use only....

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they were Goodridge so I assume so.

s

 

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my Goodridge SS lines had the teflon coating.

s</TD></TR></TABLE> goodridge huh? my goodridge lines didnt/dont. but I wish they did

 

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i have over 106k miles on my coupe now...passenger side has a bit of warping on it...so does the driver's side...but either way, if i'm going to get new brake pads, i'm not going to put them on warped rotors...know what i mean?

 

I love my Earl's lines. Definently a big improvement in pedal feel.

 

Right, well if they're worn and all that's great. Just making sure you weren't just getting new rotors for the sake of getting new rotors.

 

I like my SS braided lines for road course use. But for anything else, it's pointless.

 

I have the SS Goodridge lines for every day use and HPDEs. Great addition to my car