How to Replace Steel Brake Lines

Removing and replacing steel brake lines, tips and techniques. Learn how to replace a truck's steel brake lines, brake line removal, and custom brake lines in this free car maintenance video.

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Summary: Sometimes brakes just stop working even if they initially worked well. And sometimes the brakes were just the wrong type in the first place. Whichever the case, you can always upgrade those old or insufficient brakes with high-performance brakes. Many classic cars have incredible amounts of horse power, but brakes too weak to tame those horses. If you would like to learn how to remove your old, worn out steel brakes and replace them with new ones, there's simple steps you can follow.

In this free video series, a car maintenance expert will teach you how to remove and replace steel brake lines on a Ford Explorer with step-by-step instructions. You'll learn what tools you need, how to remove brake lines, how to mount brake hoses, and the differences in brake line fittings. You'll also learn about retaining clips, replacing brake lines, and different types of brake fluids. With these tips, you won't ever have to worry about your brakes working properly, and you'll stay safe on the road!

About the Expert

Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a GPA of 3.5 and received their Craftsmanship Award and Honor Seal. Nathan has managed several automotive facilities over the last 8 years. His many certifications include front end suspension, brakes, manual transmission, engine tune up, engine overhaul, heating ventilation and air conditioning, automotive electrical and many more. In his spare time Nathan enjoys working on cars, performing everything from minor repairs to complete overhauls.


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