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11-18-2014, 08:25 PM

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Time to replace it with the good stuff - cupro-nickel.

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11-18-2014, 09:01 PM

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Time to replace it with the good stuff - cupro-nickel.

That stuff is great, super easy to work with. Easy to bend and flare and you don't have to worry about rust!!

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11-18-2014, 09:06 PM

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That stuff is great, super easy to work with. Easy to bend and flare and you don't have to worry about rust!!

So is the steel line if you know how to bend and flare.

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11-19-2014, 06:15 AM

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So is the steel line if you know how to bend and flare.

Have you used both? There is no comparison.

And the cupro-nickel is more resistant to corrosion than stainless steel.

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11-19-2014, 08:27 AM

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Have you used both? There is no comparison.

And the cupro-nickel is more resistant to corrosion than stainless steel.

Yes I have used both. I'm just saying that if you know how to flare and bend brake line it's easy no matter the material used.

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11-23-2014, 11:51 PM

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Cupro-nickle is generally much softer and easier to bend & flair, stainless will often crack and/or not form proper flares. The corrosion resistance will depend on the grade of stainless it's being compared to and the environment, but stainless will generally win and has a higher burst strength, tho the cupro is strong enough. When different metals are in contact with each other their interactions often dictate the choice.

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11-25-2014, 09:40 PM

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God I'm afraid to ask almost. Figure I will replace the rear axle soft line too while I am at it. Unknown age and mileage. Hell it could be stock.

Im leaning a rubber replacement (TJ) but will consider a high quality braided for this line. Ideas? I mention TJ length because I will hopefully be getting a lift around Christmas (2-2.5 inch).

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11-26-2014, 02:27 PM

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God I'm afraid to ask almost. Figure I will replace the rear axle soft line too while I am at it. Unknown age and mileage. Hell it could be stock. Im leaning a rubber replacement (TJ) but will consider a high quality braided for this line. Ideas? I mention TJ length because I will hopefully be getting a lift around Christmas (2-2.5 inch).

Here's my recommendation.
http://offroadwarehouse.com/i-101661...erokee-xj.html