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Old 08-02-2008, 10:18 AM   #1
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I am going to be swapping out some brake lines to SS lines. Galfer or Spiegler?

I was thinking of going a little squidish and getting red ones to add a little life to the all black and silver scheme.
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Old 08-02-2008, 11:00 AM   #2
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I use galfer and happy. Never tried the other.
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Old 08-02-2008, 11:05 AM   #3
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I use galfer and happy. Never tried the other.
Do you know how to swap em out? I haven't done it.
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Old 08-02-2008, 11:44 AM   #4
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Do you know how to swap em out? I haven't done it.
Nope I had a buddy do it, kyle knows how if we can get him one weekend.
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Old 08-02-2008, 03:56 PM   #5
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Do you know how to swap em out? I haven't done it.
drain fluid, remove, replace, re-bleed, check for leaks, go ride, check for leaks, done deal. simple
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Old 08-02-2008, 04:15 PM   #6
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I put Russell SS brake lines on my GS back in 1982. Back then I switched to silicone fluid, DOT 5, which was the best available. The lines still work great, and I've changed the fluid occasionally. Still use silicone and now it's purple-colored.
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Old 08-02-2008, 04:29 PM   #7
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My buddy has Spiegler lines. They are fine. Front and back shouldn't take more than a couple hours.
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Old 08-02-2008, 09:08 PM   #8
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thanks all. I think Galfer is what cyclegear carries so probably go with that. Might have to wait a couple weeks since I'll be gone next weekend and can't loose the bike for a day
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Old 08-03-2008, 10:51 PM   #9
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Mine came with SS lines.
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Old 08-03-2008, 11:35 PM   #10
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Mine came with SS lines.
awesome... my state comes with twisty roads
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