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Has anyone had any luck purchasing brake lines from your
"friendly local auto parts store" (FLAPS) or from one of the many suppliers online? I really don't want to purchase another tool that has a learning curve such as a Flaring Tool.

Thanks
Jeff in Iowa

When I did my truck I purchased all standard lengths of lines. If a line is a little too long you can put a curve in it.

Hey Jeff,

I thought about going that route too; however, when I looked at the available pre-made brake lines it was apparent there would be a lot of 'extra' to deal with. My FLAPS had 1/4" brake line in a 25' coil, so I bought that and one pre-made 36" brake line. A buddy of mine had a good quality flaring tool and I made the other lines. I also took a few practice runs with the flaring tool and I was off and running in no time. I had one short line that seeped a bit (from the rear differential block to the RR wheel hose block) and I re-made that without any further troubles. A new master cylinder put the finishing touch on the brake job. Those old Huck brakes seem to work just fine!

Let me know if I can help, take care!

Andy

Thanks for the information. I checked into a good quality flaring tool and it would have been well over $100. Yesterday I discovered "The Filling Station" had a complete set of lines on sale for under $100.plus shipping $12. I thought it was a no brainer so I went ahead and ordered them. I'm anxious to see how they fit.
Go Hawks
Jeff

Guess I spoke to soon, I was quoted shipping of $12 only to find out on an invoice today that shipping was $42. First time this has ever happened on an online order. I'd rather look else where now.