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Brake Woes
As if my window problem wasn't enough, last night my brake line finally gave out. After losing brakes, I inspected the lines only to find them severly rusted (one of which was completely through).
Now the question: From the master cylinder the brake line is coiled. Is this required (in other words do I have to go to the dealer to buy the new lines or can I get straight lines from an auto parts store and run them straight)?
Also, is there anything particular I need to do to bleed the system with regard to the anti-lock brakes?
Thanks in advance.
'98 F-150 Extended Cab; 4.6L; 2WD; 80K miles
Now the question: From the master cylinder the brake line is coiled. Is this required (in other words do I have to go to the dealer to buy the new lines or can I get straight lines from an auto parts store and run them straight)?
Also, is there anything particular I need to do to bleed the system with regard to the anti-lock brakes?
Thanks in advance.
'98 F-150 Extended Cab; 4.6L; 2WD; 80K miles
Last edited by kDemler; Sep 13, 2006 at 09:49 PM. Reason: New Title
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Some brake lines are coiled so they can move a bit more than a straight one.
I'd buy the same length as the original and coil it yourself, around a can or something.
Bleeding the brakes on these is the same as a normal vehicle.
I'd buy the same length as the original and coil it yourself, around a can or something.
Bleeding the brakes on these is the same as a normal vehicle.
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