That's funny, aircraft use SS lines because of their reliability in
hydraulic systems that operate at 3000 psi normally and peak alot higher
than that. These systems usually articulate alot farther than the typical
truck application, often 90+ degrees per application, not to mention the
vibration and chaffing. They are also routinely subjected to temperature
extremes from -40 deg. F to +300 deg. F in a single flight. Performance
motorcyclists have put aftermarket SS lines on bikes for years because the
expansion of rubber lines under pressure causes a decrease in braking
performance. Food for thought.
Mike G.
(in response to)
Stainless brakelines are garbage. Rubber is 10x stronger and safer. FWIW,
SS lines are acutally teflon, covered with a SS braid to protect it. the
braid rubs through the teflon and then no more brakes. Just stick with
rubber.
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Dave
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