MCPaudiTT - DEFCON 1

Got the ECS parts installed today over at MarTT's. The hardest part was figuring out what the heck all the parts were for, and how to use them. I was 1/2 way through a post here to ask how to install when I had my AH HA moment, and figured it all out. So, I went back to the grind and finished the install correctly (after a quick trip out for more brake fluid!).

The rear lines are VERY short. I sure don't understand why Audi didn't make them stainless braided to start with. The section after the part that gets replaced is braided...

Kit Contents:

<img src="http://images9.fotki.com/v173/photos/4/435091/2079456/DSCN1131-vi.jpg">

The bag of parts on the bottom right were the cause for concern. I figured out how to use the spring clips easy enough, but was baffled on the brass washers. Finally figured out they were for the front caliper lines.

So, here is a shot of a rear line installed:

<img src="http://images9.fotki.com/v174/photos/4/435091/2079456/17RearLineComplete-vi.jpg">

And here is a front line installed:

<img src="http://images9.fotki.com/v178/photos/4/435091/2079456/28Newlineshot1-vi.jpg">

And finally a shot of the line though the wheel:

<img src="http://images9.fotki.com/v178/photos/4/435091/2079456/30Stainlesslinethroughwheel-vi.jpg">

It would probably take me less than 2 hours to do again. It was more like 4-5 today with several breaks, trips to the store, and lunch interrupting.

I had a great time cruising around Geist Reservoir after the install, and another cruise in MarTT's car to enjoy the new "sounds of Borla".

Another great Mod-Day in Indy!

As always, MANY more pictures in the Fotki.<ul><li><a href="http://public.fotki.com/mcphill/audi_stuff/stainless_brake_lines/">Stainless Brake Line Install Fotki</a></li></ul>

CheeseHead Cubs Fan

What exactly does this mod to for performance/maintenece?

And ... cost?

Thanks man!

MCPaudiTT - DEFCON 1

minor if anything. Theoretically they should provide a firmer pedal feel, as they are a stiff line, where the OEM lines they replace are rubber. The rubber lines can expand under breaking, which takes more fluid/pedal travel.

The ECS lines are a plastic inner sheath, shrouded in the braided stainless outside. The outside is then covered by a vinyl that protects the from dirt.

Maintenance should be totally unaffected - the new lines just replace the exact same segments from the OEM lines.

I had to order another item from ECS, so I got these too. I probably would not have gotten them otherwise...

CheeseHead Cubs Fan

Thanks much for the info. I appreciate it!

fignewton

DO they actually make your pedal feel firmer?
That's what I want, but don't want to spend the $$ for this mod if it doesn't appreciably make the pedal firmer. Thanx
Fig

MCPaudiTT - DEFCON 1

given me an "appreciable" change as measured by my butt-dyno - with the exception of Revo programming.

I also have not had a chance to work it too much yet... If I were on the fence, I would consider doing the fronts. The rears really seem like a waste, given how short the replaced section is.

MCPaudiTT - DEFCON 1

first time I have really driven the car since I put the new brake lines in. The pedal definitely firms up quicker, and full brake is achieved higher in the pedal travel. I like both of these sensations.

Do keep in mind, though, that I have changed a number of things since the baseline comparison: New PBR Ceramic pads all around, flushed fluid with Valvoline synthetic (old fluid was DIRTY!), fully bled the lines, installed the Stainless Brake lines.

Anyway, just wanted to update...