markhoff1022

I'm looking for the brake line that runs from the master cylinder along the frame rail and to the rear brake hose. I know dorman and summit and other places sell a complete set, but I just need that one.
I know I can make it myself but I'd much rather just buy one. Would 72 inches be long enough? Because I can get a pre-cut and flared nickel copper line with fittings that I can bend by hand at my local parts store.
After lifting my jeep, I tried extending the rear hose, only to find the fittings were completely rounded so I replaced the two lines on the axle as well. Going up to where the hose connects to the line, I saw the fittings were completely rounded as well and the line looked like it was just about to rust through, so now I gotta replace the entire thing as well. ain't life grand?!?

IJM

I got mine from Finelines a few years back. It came in 2 pieces and went in relatively easily. I know there are several other places that carry them.

markhoff1022

Haven't heard of that site but it looks like a possible place to shop, thanks!
Is there a reason why they ship it in two pieces? I didn't know it was possible (or in this case recommended) to join two lines together somewhere along the way, because I might just get two nickel-copper lines and join them together then.

BlueRidgeMark

1. Shipping.
2. Installation.

Shipping the full length would be a lot more expensive. Installation would be a lot more difficult. There's no problem with having a fitting in the line, as long as it's tightened properly.

markhoff1022

Gotcha. Never done this before, so how exactly do I know if it's tightened correctly? Should I look for a specific material or brand?

Also, does it matter what flare the lines have? I imagine the xj originally had inverted flares?

lawsoncl

Yes, standard 45* double flare. Takes a bit of practice to get right, so practice on some scrap first. It helps to put a wrap of electrical tape on the tube if it keeps slipping in the clamp, btw.

DustyWagoneer

Exactly right!

Couple years ago I bought all new lines for both of my FSJ Wagoneer's.
I used Inline-Tube for both sets. (one kinda custom and in stainless, and the other OEM)
They bent the one line that travels to the rear in half. Shipping was still pretty pricey, as they came in a box that was 16' x 16' x 5' long.

I sent them my old lines (that were cut down to ship easier, and I also color coded the cut part with paint and a sharpie mark showing the orientation of the tube).

Very happy with their product.

BlueRidgeMark

If you can manage to measure the existing line, you can probably buy pre-made lines and roll your own. The nicopp stuff is really easy to worth with, and is more rust resistant than stainless steel.

jpz

I bought mine last year from the dealership. Was about $60 if memory serves. 1 piece, no issues with fitment.

JandDGreens

I know that Oriellys had a pretty nice stock of brake lines (hard lines) of various lengths, I was in the middle of installing my dual brake booster and needed to make some new lines going from the master cylinder to the proportioning valve. It was nice to buy a long stick that had pre-flared ends. Was able to flare the other ends to fit. But I would think you could buy a couple of the longer sticks to shape to fit?

bluejeep2001

The brake line from the mc to the rear flex hose is 2 pieces. The first one goes from the mc to about a foot or so down....then the main one runs all along the body rail to the back. There is a company that sells thse pre made called modern day muffler. I did mine last year no problems with fit. The fittings at the mc are way oversized for the size of the line and hard to find making home fabrication difficult. The kits were not too expensive