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Is "build your own" brake line as simple as it looks?

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Old 12-29-2010, 08:10 AM
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Default Is "build your own" brake line as simple as it looks?
In the process of installing 14" apes and I am thinking of buying the build your own brake line, has anyone had any problems with this?
 
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Who offers this, I am interested in something like this.
 
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This company does
http://www.magnumshielding.com/store...rake-lines.php
 
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so easy a caveman can do it.
 
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yes sir... i have never done it but i watched my dad do it in about 5 min
 
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I did it with my rear brake setup (bastardized Softail installation) ... easy ....

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Thanks guys, I will be doing this for my ape set-up
 
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Those are what we refer to as field install fittings. We use them for hydraulic systems and air brake lines. Fortunately for me we have a Brake Quip machine at work so I can build brake lines.
 
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pretty simple,make sure the braded wires are tucked in when you put it togeather..
 
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Interesting...might have to do this.
 
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