I was wondering if I can replace the rubber line (from my brake M/C to the distribution block only), and replace it with hardline? Its manual brakes and drum on all 4. I would do a few coils in the hardline to make up for any movement/flex. I dont see why I cant, but just want some 2nd/3rd/4th opinions. The main reason for doing it this way is the fact that I cant seem to get my hands on a replacement hose. I found a hydraulic supply shop (Parker) about a half mile from my home, but they wont do anything automotive. Thoughts/opinions?
I don't think I can ever remember seeing a stock US made vehicle that had a flex line anywhere on the chassis mounted brake parts. Hard line should be fine without a loop. But a loop sure won't hurt a thing. Now if the body was mounted on air bags that would be a different story.
Wow, what? That's not a factory install. As far as I know all factory setups use a hard line, usually with some coils in it, but they're not a requirement. Even one loop to allow for some flex is enough.
Its a O/T 66 Galaxie 500 with manual drum all the way around on a single reservoir master cylinder. It is 1/4" I.d. rubber hose with 1/4" male fittings on both ends. Odd stuff. Im about 99% it is stock. I managed to find 2 other cars online of the same make/model/year with the same rubber line setup on the master cylinder.
A lot of late model stuff uses rubber brake hose from the master to the frame.My '93 G30 has it.I don't see any reason you can't use hardline,just put a few coils in it like you said.
Got it all hardlined in today with doubleflared 1/4" lines. Bled them, did a brake torque, got up to about 25mph and mashed the pedal as if I were about to hit a brick wall. Stopped as a manual drum car is supposed to. No leaks, and feels nice on the pedal. Not overly stiff. Thanks gents-it works for me.
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