Brake Line- Pass. front

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  1. Chlorin8ed

    Chlorin8ed 72 Comet

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    I am curious, I just took this brake line off my passenger front drum brakes. One of the flare nuts was rounded. Does this look original or replacement? I am just curious. I just got back from the part store and it has two different size threads on each end and heck of time trying to figure out the nut sizes. I am going to try and put a new line on, but I SUCK at double flares, LOL
     

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    It looks like the original, and yes they have 2 different sized flare nuts. If you didn't want to make your own there are a couple places that make replacement brake lines. I have bought complete sets from Right Stuff Detailing. They make individual pieces too. Call them.

    https://www.getdiscbrakes.com/
     
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    Chlorin8ed 72 Comet

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    Thanks for the info. Thought it looked OE. I was able to cut the end of and put a new fitting on. Not, sure if it will seal or not, I need to finish with the new master cylinder.
     
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    Any good brake shop will be able to put a double flare back onto the end that you cut off..........
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