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76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« on: June 15, 2016, 11:51:22 AM »
I was hoping someone could provide me with the lengths of the five brake lines on a convert...I'm sure someone has disassembled and measured  them for fabrication with braided stainless steal lines. I saw chucks old post for a few good sources and I am always open for suggestions.
Thanks... I appreciate the help.

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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #1 on: June 15, 2016, 12:57:33 PM »
I've been using Goodridge lines, they are 3/16 lines of various lengths and the ends are female threaded fittings . Then the ends , banjo etc screw into them. Good quality and easy, I don't have any length measurements, I'm away from anything but don't have them anyway, I was replacing some lines recently and wanted to relay that info.
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #2 on: June 15, 2016, 03:15:25 PM »
You might try Spiegler USA. They made a set for my '96 California some 5 or 6 years ago and have it on record. Should be the same as the Vert with the exception of your calipers being in front of the forks.
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #3 on: June 15, 2016, 04:01:04 PM »
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #4 on: June 15, 2016, 07:21:54 PM »
I've been using Goodridge lines, they are 3/16 lines of various lengths and the ends are female threaded fittings . Then the ends , banjo etc screw into them. Good quality and easy, I don't have any length measurements, I'm away from anything but don't have them anyway, I was replacing some lines recently and wanted to relay that info.


Thanks John...I'll google the Goodridge lines. I have a local hydraulic company that may be able to build them.
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #5 on: June 15, 2016, 07:36:40 PM »
I go to the local circle track racing store. There like the Goodrich. Available in multiple lengths and fittings to fit your application.
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #6 on: June 15, 2016, 07:39:56 PM »
I go to the local circle track racing store. There like the Goodrich. Available in multiple lengths and fittings to fit your application.

Thanks Chris... I wish I had a local cicle track racing store. Still looking
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #7 on: June 15, 2016, 08:01:25 PM »
Pretty easy technique to measure the length - string & tape.  I've done it a couple of times on different bikes with success.

As far as ordering lines check out these folks: http://www.helperformance.us/build-your-own/

They are a lot cheaper than Spiegler & make virtually any custom length & color.
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #8 on: June 16, 2016, 06:09:47 AM »
really why trust what someone tells you (do they have your handlebars?). measure it yourself, and own the result...
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #9 on: June 16, 2016, 06:25:25 AM »
really why trust what someone tells you (do they have your handlebars?). measure it yourself, and own the result...

Really....why wouldn't I trust someone else.
 I wasn't being lazy, I was just asking for Information and I've gotten some pretty good responces.
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Re: 76 Convert Braided Stainless Brake lines
« Reply #10 on: June 16, 2016, 06:40:35 AM »
Mike makes a good point. While I suggested yours would be the same as my Cali, that would be true if the bars are about the same as those on your Jackal.
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