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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 09:13 AM
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Hey guys one of my brake lines that runs from the master cylinder to the proportioning vauvle broke and was wondering if i make a new line does it have to look exactly like the old one with the loops in it?
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 11:30 AM
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Unless you're showing the truck at say a judged Ford Show where such things will cost you Borownie points , uh just make real sure that you never ever KINK any brake lines !
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 11:42 AM
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lol ok so it wont affect the pressure in the lines and stuff?
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 07:14 PM
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Yes you need them. The loops are so that the line can flex. The proportioning valve is mounted to the frame, while the master cylinder is mounted to the cab. These move around relative to one another. Make sure you add at least a couple loops, roughly the same size as the originals.
 
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