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Running new dual MC brake lines
« on: May 03, 2013, 11:12:46 AM »
Are there any preferred routes to run new brake lines on a '49?   I want to install one of Herms
Dual MCs and now that I am free to improvise, I was wondering if there are things to watch out for.

Also,  any advice on proportioning valves?   Sources, tips etc?  

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Re: Running new dual MC brake lines
« Reply #1 on: May 03, 2013, 11:54:30 AM »
You don't need a proportioning valve. You can use the stock brake lines or just buy the kit from walcks.
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Re: Running new dual MC brake lines
« Reply #2 on: May 03, 2013, 11:56:25 AM »
I'll post up some pics of my dual mc install when I get home in an hour.
Nate in Western MA 1953 3A #3268, The Jalopy, '47 2A Wheelin' rig, '49 3A, #37071, unmolested, bone stock named Ted

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Re: Running new dual MC brake lines
« Reply #3 on: May 03, 2013, 12:02:26 PM »
Thanks Nate! :)

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Re: Running new dual MC brake lines
« Reply #4 on: May 03, 2013, 01:15:58 PM »
Get the 90� banjo bolt kit from Herm too. It is a real tight fit and that makes life easy. I got my brake line kit from inline tube. I had to make no modifications at all. It is stainless too which is nice. I had to use a short little piece of regular tubing from the MC to the brake light switch. The rear I bent to fit. But the kit is an exact fit with the stock MC.

http://inlinetube.com/Preformed%20Lines/Web%20Line%20Listings/JP-CAT-01.htm





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Re: Running new dual MC brake lines
« Reply #5 on: May 03, 2013, 09:24:08 PM »
Sweet!!

Thanks, Nate.  It was really nice of you to share that.


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Re: Running new dual MC brake lines
« Reply #6 on: May 03, 2013, 10:37:18 PM »
Glad to help!
Nate in Western MA 1953 3A #3268, The Jalopy, '47 2A Wheelin' rig, '49 3A, #37071, unmolested, bone stock named Ted