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                     FINDING THE RIGHT BRAKE LINE KIT: WHAT TO 
LOOK FOR
Mark Sanford
Writer at Brake System
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Is it time to replace the brake lines on your personal vehicle or commercial 
truck? If you’re going to do this job yourself and only once, you’ll likely 
want to check out a brake line kit versus buying all the pieces separately. 
This will guarantee that you have all the correct parts on hand, so you 
won’t have to place another order for a single fitting or clip.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A BRAKE LINE KIT?
There are typically two types of kits available on the market. One will 
contain all the pieces and parts to get the job done and the other comes 
pre-assembled. An assembled brake line kit is usually the pre-bent line 
configured to snap into place under your car. It will have the ends flared 
and fittings in place. You’ll need a wrench and possibly a screwdriver to 
disconnect the old lines, loosen the line clips, and tighten everything down 
when you are done.
The non-assembled version will include a coil of brake line, flexible lines as 
needed for that specific vehicle, new mounting clips, and a collection of 
fittings designed to connect to your original equipment distributor or 
master cylinder. In addition to the kit, you will also need a bending tool to 
get the coil of line in shape, a cutting tool, and a flare tool. You can find 
inexpensive versions of these tools, but it pays to borrow or buy the 
professional-grade tool. It will not leave burrs or a misshaped flare. You 
will spend extra hours working with this type of kit, but it is not beyond 
your skill level.
WHICH TYPE OF BRAKE LINE IS RIGHT FOR MY VEHICLE?
The next thing you should consider when shopping for new brake lines is 
the type of material used for the line. Your passenger vehicle likely has 
galvanized or stainless steel lines in place. These brake lines are durable, 
inexpensive, and the steel is relatively easy to bend into shape.
More recent models may have PVF coated lines, which are steel inside and 
then have a tough black exterior that better resists corrosion from salt, 
dirt, and pollution. It costs a bit more than steel and can pose a challenge 
when installing, as the coating can crack and create a poor seal.
If you are looking to keep your vintage ride on the road for another 10 
years or want to protect a commercial vehicle over a million miles, look at 
Nickel Copper lines. It is the most expensive but easier to bend, will not 
corrode, and resists deformation under extreme hydraulic pressure and 
impact.
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR A QUICK BRAKE LINE REPLACEMENT
• Brake lines are designed to last the typical lifespan of your vehicle. They 
only require replacing if you have a leak or the lines are kinked due to an 
impact.
• Use a lift, ramps, or secure jacks for safety.
• Use a screwdriver to ease the old lines out of the clips and reuse the 
clips–saving time and materials.
• Remove the wheel when replacing flexible lines along the axle for easier 
access.
• Review the maintenance history of your car before buying a brake line 
kit. A new master cylinder may have changed the fitting style from the 
original equipment listed in your repair manual.
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