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>The new lines i refered to from J.R. Slaten are made of TEFLON with an
>outer protective braid of stainless steel. Teflon does not break down
>like rubber. These paticular lines are rated at 1500psi pressure and
>operating temperature of 450 deg. F. This may be a little bit over-kill
>but they should never have to be replaced again. This is one less worry
>off our already overloaded mines.
Keep in mind that, while teflon is not broken down by heat, it can be
abraded. This is the problem with the braided stainless steel
reinforced teflon brake lines. Road grime works its way under the braid
and then vibration and flexing takes its toll. They'll sure last a lot
longer than the original rubber hoses, but I'd still check them closely
whenever I changed the oil.
I hear that the DOT approved teflon brake lines come with an outer
protective covering over the braid. If Slaten used that type of hose,
then they might last forever.
My $.02,
Patrick
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Patrick Flowers
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>The new lines i refered to from J.R. Slaten are made of TEFLON with an
>outer protective braid of stainless steel. Teflon does not break down
>like rubber. These paticular lines are rated at 1500psi pressure and
>operating temperature of 450 deg. F. This may be a little bit over-kill
>but they should never have to be replaced again. This is one less worry
>off our already overloaded mines.
Keep in mind that, while teflon is not broken down by heat, it can be
abraded. This is the problem with the braided stainless steel
reinforced teflon brake lines. Road grime works its way under the braid
and then vibration and flexing takes its toll. They'll sure last a lot
longer than the original rubber hoses, but I'd still check them closely
whenever I changed the oil.
I hear that the DOT approved teflon brake lines come with an outer
protective covering over the braid. If Slaten used that type of hose,
then they might last forever.
My $.02,
Patrick
- --
Patrick Flowers
Mailto
atri63The GMC Motorhome Page
http://www.gmcmotorhome.com
