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| | | | Joined: May 2010 Posts: 5 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: May 2010 Posts: 5 | I am starting the restore on my '51 1 ton. It runs but the brakes did not work when I got it. So I got new cylinders for it because all of the junk in the system. So I think I should replace the brake line but I can't find it any online. The Filling Station was a no go as well as Jim Carter and Raybestos. So I am doubtful a local shop would have it. Not like I can drive it some place to have new line made. Any Suggestions? | | | | | Joined: May 2006 Posts: 8,351 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2006 Posts: 8,351 | Get some line, a bending tool, flaring tool, and make them yourself. It's not really as intimidating as one would think, especially on these old trucks. use the original lines as templates to make the new ones. you may have to use an original fitting or two (GM is bad about odd size fittings) or cut and flare a line to fit, but with some practice on some scrap line, you'll be making flares like a pro. If you need to see the process, I have a vid up on YouTube.
Bill Burmeister
| | | | | Joined: May 2006 Posts: 8,351 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2006 Posts: 8,351 | Here's a recent thread on just this very subject. There's a link to my vid in there as well.
Bill Burmeister
| | | | | Joined: May 2010 Posts: 5 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: May 2010 Posts: 5 | Thanks. I might just make my own. The video was very helpful. | | |
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