Need new brake lines - Help

o0-aaron-0o · November 26, 2016, 03:33:50 AM

Hey guys,

I need to replace my brake lines as I can start to see cracks in the tubing... Where can I get a new set and how much would they cost?
Braided or non-braided? I've just got the standard brake discs front and back.

Found these online (ECS) and it's approximately NZ$240 shipped. Worth it or is it better to buy locally.
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-ecs-parts/exact-fit-stainless-steel-brake-lines-complete-kit/mk2ssblk/

I'm not sure what is suitable for me as I think braided lines are a bit overkill.
Cheers

RobClubley · November 26, 2016, 06:40:01 PM

I've been looking at these for the quattro:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380664827131?var=650106939022

Should be less than $200 shipped.

deedub · November 26, 2016, 07:38:41 PM

I've always just got a local brake shop to make me custom lines for the Kombi, since aren't available off the shelf in NZ. Just standard brake lines but much less than $200.

vdubdave · November 27, 2016, 08:40:45 PM

To be legal in NZ they either need to be standard OEM or steel braided made by a place with an LVV certificate.... One place in Auckland is GSS (just round the corner from GT refinishers.... I'm sure there are plenty of others).
They have to be labelled correctly or you won't (shouldn't) get a WOF...

o0-aaron-0o · November 28, 2016, 08:11:32 AM

Quote from: deedub on November 26, 2016, 07:38:41 PM
I've always just got a local brake shop to make me custom lines for the Kombi, since aren't available off the shelf in NZ. Just standard brake lines but much less than $200.

That doesn't sound too bad in my opinion. Do you get them fitted as well or install them yourself? Any place you can recommend?.

Quote from: vdubdave on November 27, 2016, 08:40:45 PM
To be legal in NZ they either need to be standard OEM or steel braided made by a place with an LVV certificate.... One place in Auckland is GSS (just round the corner from GT refinishers.... I'm sure there are plenty of others).
They have to be labelled correctly or you won't (shouldn't) get a WOF...

Thanks, Will check them out.

RobClubley · November 28, 2016, 10:56:33 AM

HEL do them in NZ and say they are certed and correctly marked.

http://nz.helperformance.com/

McDoof · November 28, 2016, 11:51:50 AM

LTNZ have removed the requirement for compliance with an approved standard, and instead focused on a requirement for the WoF issuers to ensure that a hose is manufactured using a swaging or crimping process to attach the end fittings, instead of those that are assembled with screw-together end fittings

http://www.lvvta.org.nz/documents/infosheets/LVVTA_Info_04-2007_Stainless_Steel_Braided_Brake_Hoses.pdf

Brett · November 28, 2016, 11:57:24 AM

Quote from: RobClubley on November 28, 2016, 10:56:33 AM
HEL do them in NZ and say they are certed and correctly marked.

http://nz.helperformance.com/

Thanks for the link. Was looking into changing over when I do brakes next and they have in stock. No need for ECS exorbitant shipping costs.....

o0-aaron-0o · November 28, 2016, 01:35:14 PM

Quote from: RobClubley on November 28, 2016, 10:56:33 AM
HEL do them in NZ and say they are certed and correctly marked.

http://nz.helperformance.com/

Thanks! That is exactly what I was looking for.

Quote from: Brett on November 28, 2016, 11:57:24 AM
No need for ECS exorbitant shipping costs.....

Agreed

deedub · November 28, 2016, 03:35:39 PM

Quote from: o0-aaron-0o on November 28, 2016, 08:11:32 AM
That doesn't sound too bad in my opinion. Do you get them fitted as well or install them yourself? Any place you can recommend?.

The kombi wasn't road legal at the time so I brought in the old ones and they made them for me, and I fitted them myself. I'm sure most brake places can fit them for you though.