How To Identify What Type Of Brakes Your Vehicle Has
When working on your vehicle’s brakes, it’s important to know the difference between disc and drum brakes. Disc brakes use a rotor, caliper, and brake pads to stop the vehicle by creating friction. Drum brakes, on the other hand, use a drum and brake shoes to create friction.
These differences affect the type of brake lines you need. Disc brake systems often require higher-pressure brake lines, while drum brake systems may use simpler designs due to how they work.
Brake Line Construction And Selection
Since disc brakes apply more force, brake lines for these systems need to be more robust and durable, often reinforced to handle higher pressure. Drum brake lines can be more flexible, but both types must be built for safety and performance. To avoid problems, it’s essential to select brake lines that fit your vehicle’s brake system.
How To Access And Identify Brake Lines
In the video, the technician explains how to identify which type of brake line your vehicle needs by following the brake lines from the master cylinder to the brakes. They highlight key differences in the fittings and show how to access the brake line connections. This method will help ensure you choose and install the correct brake lines for your vehicle.
Knowing if your vehicle has disc or drum brakes is crucial for choosing the right brake lines. Be sure to inspect your current lines for any wear before installing new ones.
Why Choose LinesToGo?
If you need new brake lines for your car or truck, LinesToGo has the quality parts you need. We also offer fuel lines, transmission lines, oil cooler lines, and rack-and-pinion steering lines for many popular cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Each line is constructed from Galfan® coated steel or 304L stainless steel and is pre-bent using CNC precision bending to match or exceed OE specifications and quality. If you have questions, call us to speak to a live customer agent or contact us online. We are here to answer questions and help you get the parts you need.
