Stainless steel brake lines from RPM
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Stainless steel brake lines from RPM
We have stainless steel brake lines available now for $150.00 for a set of four. If anybody's interested in getting these we should have them available to ship at the end of the week. We can supply brake fluid as well for $15.00 a liter. You can choose either ATE Super Blue Racing or ATE SL6.
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They are DOT approved but they do not have a tag on them saying they are DOT approved, but neither do the factory ones. It is a nice price for them and these lines also have a clear shielding for extra protection as well as boots that cover where the fitting and line is mated together for even further protection.
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They are DOT approved but they do not have a tag on them saying they are DOT approved, but neither do the factory ones. It is a nice price for them and these lines also have a clear shielding for extra protection as well as boots that cover where the fitting and line is mated together for even further protection.
Aftermarket parts are a different story.
Example, factory exhaust manifolds/headers do not have a C.A.R.B tag on them, where as aftermarket headers will if they are certified.
After checking with a few brake companies, they are now engraving their lines, on the blocks, with their D.O.T. approval. Compaines were Russel, Wildwood, Steeda, etc.
I am only asking because in the event of an accident, the insurance carrier can deny you if you are using non certified highway parts.
Don't ask me how I know this please
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Well, I'm not gonna lie but the manufacturer says they are approved but there is no stamping on them. There is also no stamping on the lines that come with the complete Brembo kit or the Goodridge lines either.
It is surprising to hear you mention those three companies though because Wilwood doesn't really make street kits, they are geared towards racing and people use there calipers on the street because they are so cheap and Russel fittings, from what I remember, were garbage. Steeda I know nothing about but from what it seems like they would make a nice product.
It is surprising to hear you mention those three companies though because Wilwood doesn't really make street kits, they are geared towards racing and people use there calipers on the street because they are so cheap and Russel fittings, from what I remember, were garbage. Steeda I know nothing about but from what it seems like they would make a nice product.
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Well, I'm not gonna lie but the manufacturer says they are approved but there is no stamping on them. There is also no stamping on the lines that come with the complete Brembo kit or the Goodridge lines either.
It is surprising to hear you mention those three companies though because Wilwood doesn't really make street kits, they are geared towards racing and people use there calipers on the street because they are so cheap and Russel fittings, from what I remember, were garbage. Steeda I know nothing about but from what it seems like they would make a nice product.
It is surprising to hear you mention those three companies though because Wilwood doesn't really make street kits, they are geared towards racing and people use there calipers on the street because they are so cheap and Russel fittings, from what I remember, were garbage. Steeda I know nothing about but from what it seems like they would make a nice product.
.I am not trying to be a ***** here. I just had a very unfortunate experience about 17 years ago do to some NON D.O.T. parts with the insurance company.
By the way, here is the info
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 106; if you have a copy of the Code of Federal Regulations handy, it's in Title 49, Volume 5, Subpart B, Section 571.106.
The section that applies to hydraulic hoses is about six pages long, and it covers everything from labeling requirements to pressure and temperature testing.
Thanks again for bringing in another low cost AMG part
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So, do I need to use only DOT compliant SS lines on my car?
Not necessarily. The DOT requirements must be met in full for official government approval, so even if a SS line passes every performance test but is labeled with the wrong type of tag (or something equally trivial) it would fail certification. While this might mean something to an auto manufacturer or assembly plant, it is meaningless to the performance enthusiast.
All the DOT compliance means is that the lines have passed a minimum set of government standards which may or may not be important to you. Does this mean that DOT compliant lines are the best for your car? Not necessarily, but the certification should indicate that the manufacturer understands the product and is trying to hold itself to a certain standard.
Not necessarily. The DOT requirements must be met in full for official government approval, so even if a SS line passes every performance test but is labeled with the wrong type of tag (or something equally trivial) it would fail certification. While this might mean something to an auto manufacturer or assembly plant, it is meaningless to the performance enthusiast.
All the DOT compliance means is that the lines have passed a minimum set of government standards which may or may not be important to you. Does this mean that DOT compliant lines are the best for your car? Not necessarily, but the certification should indicate that the manufacturer understands the product and is trying to hold itself to a certain standard.
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If you EVER get in an accident with NON D.O.T. parts on your car. The insurance carrier is not liable. How's that for do I need D.O.T. parts
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
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If you EVER get in an accident with NON D.O.T. parts on your car. The insurance carrier is not liable. How's that for do I need D.O.T. parts
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
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If you EVER get in an accident with NON D.O.T. parts on your car. The insurance carrier is not liable. How's that for do I need D.O.T. parts
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
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I decided to put a full package together for those interested that will include the brake lines, 2 liters of high performance fluid and a Motive power bleeder kit as well.
I am going to sell this complete package for $230.00. I have everything in stock except for the power bleeders, I just ordered them today so, if you decide to order the parts immediately I can have the power bleeder drop shipped or I will have it all in stock in a week and you can wait until then.
I am going to sell this complete package for $230.00. I have everything in stock except for the power bleeders, I just ordered them today so, if you decide to order the parts immediately I can have the power bleeder drop shipped or I will have it all in stock in a week and you can wait until then.
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I can tell you that on a modified vehicle in a bad accident, they will go over it with a fine tooth comb. Well at least Nation wide did here in PA.
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If you EVER get in an accident with NON D.O.T. parts on your car. The insurance carrier is not liable. How's that for do I need D.O.T. parts
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
And as I stated above it has already happened to guess who?
AS long as they are documented you'r fine. If they are stamped, off road use only, good luck.
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I looked into this in some detail when I was considering adding stainless steel lines to my BS. There was a lot more to think about than just the "cool" feature and maybe a modest harder pedal feel.
First, their maybe some confusion in terms between DOT "approved" and DOT "compliant". I think some sellers do not know the difference and are following with the manufacturer is telling them.
The federal regulation concerning brake lines is FMVSS106 and most will never go thought the process of reading this regulation. So here is my summary of how it works.
The USDOT doesn't typically test any individual brake line components. They establish numerous standards for auto components and everything in detail of what the brake line must do.
If a manufacturer asserts their SS lines are DOT "compliant," it means that their lines have passed the FMVSS106 requirements (from independent testing lab) and they have submitted the test data to the government for official certification. In no way does this mean that this becomes acceptable for your car. Still needs the government DOT certification.
All the DOT compliance means it that the SS lines have passed a minimum set of government standards and the manufacturer understands that SS line and is trying to maintain a certain standard. A DOT component could fail for something as silly as having the wrong colored label on the part. It would still be compliant but not approved!
My test for parts going on my car is if it's made in China it doesn't belong on a german car.
First, their maybe some confusion in terms between DOT "approved" and DOT "compliant". I think some sellers do not know the difference and are following with the manufacturer is telling them.
The federal regulation concerning brake lines is FMVSS106 and most will never go thought the process of reading this regulation. So here is my summary of how it works.
The USDOT doesn't typically test any individual brake line components. They establish numerous standards for auto components and everything in detail of what the brake line must do.
If a manufacturer asserts their SS lines are DOT "compliant," it means that their lines have passed the FMVSS106 requirements (from independent testing lab) and they have submitted the test data to the government for official certification. In no way does this mean that this becomes acceptable for your car. Still needs the government DOT certification.
All the DOT compliance means it that the SS lines have passed a minimum set of government standards and the manufacturer understands that SS line and is trying to maintain a certain standard. A DOT component could fail for something as silly as having the wrong colored label on the part. It would still be compliant but not approved!
My test for parts going on my car is if it's made in China it doesn't belong on a german car.
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^^^ Very important point and thanks! I installed new Goodridge lines in the M5 for my Dinan/Brembo BBK a few months ago. Here is what a packing label states (although I do not recall the DOT number being on the line itself but then I wasn't really looking for it). I keep this label with my registration. I will check and see next time I have a wheel off about stampings on the line itself.
These DOT certified brake lines meet Federal Safety Standard 106 and are legal for use on all public roadways.
These DOT certified brake lines meet Federal Safety Standard 106 and are legal for use on all public roadways.
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We have stainless steel brake lines available now for $150.00 for a set of four. If anybody's interested in getting these we should have them available to ship at the end of the week. We can supply brake fluid as well for $15.00 a liter. You can choose either ATE Super Blue Racing or ATE SL6.
