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Brake line question for 11" conversion

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by willysnut, Nov 29, 2005.

  1. Nov 29, 2005
    willysnut

    willysnut Banned

    Newnan, Ga.
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    What did you guys do to adapt the D25 brake line(existing location) to the new backing plate? Did you make new hard lines for it or just rebend your old lines? Pics would be nice!! I don't what to reroute my lines to a later config.
     
  2. Nov 29, 2005
    dohc281

    dohc281 It is what it is.

    Laurel Springs, N.J.
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    I installed new brake lines but didn't really have to modify any lines.
     
  3. Nov 29, 2005
    Rondog

    Rondog just hangin' out

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    Jeff, you talking about those little "S" curved steel lines on the front? I asked Herm about that, and he recommended changing those out to flexible hoses so they'd reach the fittings on the backing plates. I haven't seen how much difference there is in the fit, but maybe those little "S" lines could be bent far enough to reach? Perhaps someone with a flaring tool and some talent could make new ones, slightly longer? I'll have to deal with this some day myself, so I'm interested in your solution.
     
  4. Nov 29, 2005
    72 Jeep Gal

    72 Jeep Gal Just me

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    You're already figuring this out and the brakes aren't even there yet! Aren't you supposed to wait until the last minute, tear it all apart, then realize you need parts and the jeep is your only running vehicle?
     
  5. Nov 29, 2005
    willysnut

    willysnut Banned

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    I already have grey hair trying to figure them out, prolly bolted them up at least twice in my sleep. LOL

    I'll let you know what I end up doing, with pics.
     
  6. Nov 29, 2005
    66cj5

    66cj5 Jeep with no name

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    I rebent mine. only about 2years ago I ran all new line.
     
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