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Old 06-30-2015, 04:06 PM
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From work I have the option of getting Stoptech or Russell SS brake lines from work. Is there any real difference between the two or should I just pick the most cost effective option since they both seem to have a good reputation?
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go with one that has OEM mounting bracket for brake line... makes it nice n easy... I know SOS lines have it.. im sure other brands do too... just look in to that...
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I had goodridge on my ap2 and the fit was generic. Bought SOS lines on a recommendation and the fit is perfect. SOS ftw.
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Do SS brakes really make a significant difference compared to OEM lines?
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I ended up getting the Russell lines and they did help with the feel on the brake pedal.
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Originally Posted by AZS2KDancer
Do SS brakes really make a significant difference compared to OEM lines?
They do make a difference in feel. However, more importantly, you should replace the stock lines with SS lines as a safety precaution. Old OEM brake lines are known to rupture on track. Losing all braking power coming down a straight at full speed and into a turn is a bad scenario.
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i've used Challenge ones.
worked good.
first time they shipped lines with a wrong fitting.
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Originally Posted by spdracerut
Originally Posted by AZS2KDancer' timestamp='1436748758' post='23678396
Do SS brakes really make a significant difference compared to OEM lines?
They do make a difference in feel. However, more importantly, you should replace the stock lines with SS lines as a safety precaution. Old OEM brake lines are known to rupture on track. Losing all braking power coming down a straight at full speed and into a turn is a bad scenario.

^^This. I have seen brake line failures at the track before in person and it almost never ends well (only once did the guy keep it out of the wall). I have also heard of other stories that ended worse than just a totaled car If the lines on your car are older than 5 years or so PLEASE CHANGE THEM, especially if your car is seeing a lot of track time. For me it's a safety thing that also has some performance benefits to go along with it. I have been using Stoptech lines as they are inexpensive, readily available and very high quality but will likely try the Endless lines next as I feel they have the best design of anything available today. I wouldn't hesitate to use any of the other popular options either (Challenge, SOS or Goodridge specifically).

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No problem with the challenge lines here. They have attachment points for all the OEM spots so install is nice and clean.
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We've had great experience with the Stoptech lines on several customer cars. We've also had success with technafit lines.
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