RockyMtn96XJ
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Apr 22, 2026
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So a braided steel line is more fragile than the factory rubber? Whooda' thunk it.Originally Posted by 4.3L XJ
Congrats on the lines. One thing I would pass on is that you cannot let these lines rub anything. I had one fail from rubbing on a front shock out in the middle of nowhere on a steep hill. Had to drive 60 miles off road and then through town with no brakes. I never thought they were that fragile
BlueRidgeMark
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Not me. In fact, I don't believe it.Originally Posted by RockyMtn96XJ
So a braided steel line is more fragile than the factory rubber? Whooda' thunk it.
RockyMtn96XJ
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^^^^^ What he said.....
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I sure didn't, but it was a rude awakeningOriginally Posted by RockyMtn96XJ
So a braided steel line is more fragile than the factory rubber? Whooda' thunk it.
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Will make sure that I zip tie some rubber hose over the line where it might contact the shock. Mine isn't lifted, not sure if that is a contributor or not.Originally Posted by 4.3L XJ
Congrats on the lines. One thing I would pass on is that you cannot let these lines rub anything. I had one fail from rubbing on a front shock out in the middle of nowhere on a steep hill. Had to drive 60 miles off road and then through town with no brakes. I never thought they were that fragile