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    Switching to NiCopp

    If I switch to using NiCopp lines for the brakes, can I use the fittings that came with kit or are there NiCopp specific fittings that I have to use?

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    You can use the fittings that came with the kit as long as the tubing diameter is the same. You'll have to cut the tubing to get them off obviously. I ordered a roll of 3/16 line that came with a bunch of fittings and 8' of gravel guard armor from Amazon.

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    I have replaced some of the SS on mine w/ NiCopp in standard lengths w/ the fittings already in place. They sealed to the other lines just fine.
    FFR MkII, 408W, Tremec TKO 500, 2015 IRS, DA QA1s, Forte front bar, APE hardtop.

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    If you are working on brake lines checkout posts #43-44 of my build thread linked in my signature.

    I wasn’t happy with the look of the stock brake lines, took what I had done out and picked up some premade sections of Nicopp. I was able to do all the brake lines with 3 - 51”, 1 - 72”, and 1 - 40” sections from the auto parts store. Thought it turned out great. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
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    I'm in the process of fitting a one-piece 3/8" fuel line for my mechanical fuel system from Nicopp. It is so much easier to work with than steel lines and flares nicely.
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    Here is what I bought to do my lines:

    25 Ft. of 3/16" (4.75 mm) Copper Nickel Tubing with Armor and Fittings

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015VCZN80..._Za.9Cb7ZWE77H

    This kit, plus the loose fittings in the complete MK4 kit had everything I needed to do my brakes without using any of the steel lines or their fittings.

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    Funny, I just received the same kit that Papa purchased but with 1/4" from Amazon but without the gravel guard. I have not used it yet but doing the brake lines is one of the elements of the build that has me a bit nervous. Figured it I just saved my self from needing to redo one line then the minimal cost($24) is worth it to me. Everyone I have talked to has mentioned how much easier the copper nickel tubing is to use. Do others use a gravel guard as well. Maybe I should go ahead and order it before I make my lines.
    Last edited by Tree; 06-05-2019 at 03:55 PM.

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