StopTech SS Brake Lines
 

Alright, so I picked up some Stoptech SS lines and when I am trying to install, it seems I am missing something.

These boxes that the stock lines feed into, they can't be removed from the stock lines. The new lines I got don't have these boxes, so it seems something isn't right. Do these StopTech lines eliminate these boxes?

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Here is everything that came for the front.

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And this.

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I tried searching and didn't find anything on StopTechs. It seems all the other aftermarket lines come with these boxes as part of the lines so I'm not too sure what's going on here. Any help is appreciated.

After looking at it further, it looks like this SS kit also replaces the stock hard lines the stock rubber lines feed into. I just assumed it would replace only the rubber portions.

I sent an email to StopTech to confirm, so I'll see what they say. In the meantime though, any insight is appreciated :)

Looks like the new ss hose replaces the hard lines and blocks too. See if you can line up the ss hose at the fender connection and the caliper to see if it would fit.

Yeah that's what it was. It completely replaces all of it. Here are some pics of them installed.

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Not sure if I routed them right, but it seems well secured.

yes, it eliminates all the hard lines and soft lines. you connect it to the lone hardline coming from the engine bay and then to the actual caliper. i have these lines and they're a pain in the *** to be honest. i had them mounted, went for a test drive, and saw that the one mount you use on the strut was rubbing against the rubber coating and rubbed a small cut into it.

there was some trial and error for me there. i had to mount it in a way where it could freely pull in and out when the wheels turn without rubbing into any of the rubber coating.

:iagree: I am using the ZSpeed SS brake lines and they have the same design as yours.

After I took those pics I re-routed them behind the upper arm there. The line was pretty close to the rotor and I'm sure it would have rubbed at some point.

Our lines in no way mount like the Stop-Tech lines do.

We use Brass blocks (a more expensive way but works the best) as we did not like how the flexible line would wrap around the knuckle and could possibly rub

Here is a pic of our lines installed on my 09 370Z, Passengers side for reference.
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Late 2012-2013 lines do not use a block but still retain the hardline to the caliper.
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I don't like either one of those. The SS lines going through that tight metal sleeve is not a good idea. Great way to cut and wear out the SS line.

The do not wear in the sleeve and the sleeve is far from "Sharp"
We have had them on our shop car for a long time with no wear at all. The stainless is very tough stuff.

I have to disagree. I'd love to see a close up pic of the line after just a few miles. rubbing can still happen. I wouldn't bet my life on "well SS is very tough stuff." I'd rather bet on "my SS touches nothing so I don't have to worry about it."

See this pic? See the lines bent down more so then the top with a gap? I don't care how strong SS is. Metal on metal contact is not for me when involving a brake line. OEM style aftermarket kits are better for me.

In the pic the wheels are fully extended down because the car is on a lift.

We've been using SS brake lines for years and years for their durability and performance enhancements over stock rubber lines.
The lines do not wear in the brackets that hold them. They slide easily in and out and will barley ever move regardless in that position as it all moves together, Strut, wheel, knuckle, all that moves at the same time. It's not like there is pressure on the line there and it's being yanked in and out of the bracket....

They are also coated in PVC for even more protection against wear.

It's pretty simple really, It's not going to wear.

I figure they probably would not be DOT legal if there were any safety issues with them.

This is what the POS stoptech lines look like after a few months when they fail and leave you with a quart of brake fluid splattered all over your wheels and car.

Don't buy this crap. Im just happy that I kept my original lines. Attachment 127657Attachment 127658

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Bet that was exciting! Hit the brake pedal and have it go to the floor. :eek:

What the....how the....how does a SS line get rubbed and sliced that badly in just a few months?

Hi, I don't know what to say but I have a complete set (fronts/rears) and have no complaints. The SS lines provided from StopTech for the fronts are protected and compatible w/ the Nissan GTR. You might have an old generation line.

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1st. Those look different than mine. Mine looked more like the OP. Mine came with installation instructions that looked like they came out of a fortune cookie. Just like the OP.

I ordered the fronts back in September form Amazon. This is the part # (950.42012)


2 minutes of googling on my phone while waiting for the tow truck provided so much more insight into the world of stainless steel brake lines. I must have spent 30min googling to make sure it was the correct part for my car before clicking "add to cart".

Next time I make a purchase for my car, I'm gonna spend some time googleing:

{name of thing Im buying} + "fail"
{name of thing Im buying} + "problem"
{name of thing Im buying} + "catastrophic"
{name of thing Im buying} + "almost died tonight"


Allow me to save you the trouble when it comes to ss braided brake lines:

StopTech stainless steel brake line failure . . .
Stop Tech Stainless Steel Brake Line Failure - Dodge Charger Forums
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...s-vs-cons.html
Brake Lines - NSX-Wiki
How long should stainless-steel, braided brake lines last? - Pelican Parts Technical BBS
Stainless steel brake line failure!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csV5gQo9wmc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TWQJDA4Kv4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LJiPDAr9f8


The reason why Ferrari, Porsche and others dont put Super Stoptech SS braided lines on their cars from factory is not because of cost cutting or service intervals.. It's cause they dont want a reputation for killing their customers with faulty brake components.

That line does look like it was rubbed though.