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Title: Front brake line?...
Post by: RobTheTyrant on February 05, 2008, 01:55:52 PM
I need to swap my front brake line, with the bars I have it's way too long(about 3 inches).  Can anyone turn me onto where I can get a -3" brake line for the front?  That or does anyone know what size banjo bolts they are so I can just build a brake line that's the right length?
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: frankieG on February 05, 2008, 03:17:30 PM
the wiki has the banjo bolt size and stock number.  if i were you i would get braided brake lines...i have used them on all of my bikes and they are much better than stock. 
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: Dan02GS on February 05, 2008, 04:42:49 PM
yep, I am with Frankie on this one, I too am planing on investing in braided lines with all that I have heard about how well work. A friend of mine said he went to a performance car shop in Long Beach here in CA and got quoted a great price on braided lines. I know that does'nt help much, but it might be good to see if there are any performance auto shops in your area and if they can make you some lines too. Just thought. :thumb:
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: mark40 on February 05, 2008, 04:51:08 PM
I'm a dealer for these guys http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/brakelines.cfm
Looks like $59.95 plus a few for shipping. You can pick colors etc.

Mark..
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: kml.krk on February 05, 2008, 10:25:05 PM
Quote from: mark40 on February 05, 2008, 04:51:08 PM
I'm a dealer for these guys http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/brakelines.cfm
Looks like $59.95 plus a few for shipping. You can pick colors etc.

Mark..

very nice web, but don't you guys have brake line for F models?? I'm looking for stainless steel front brake line in reasonable price.
thanks / sorry for threadjack
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: CndnMax on February 05, 2008, 11:35:20 PM
Quote from: kml.krk on February 05, 2008, 10:25:05 PM
Quote from: mark40 on February 05, 2008, 04:51:08 PM
I'm a dealer for these guys http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/brakelines.cfm
Looks like $59.95 plus a few for shipping. You can pick colors etc.

Mark..

very nice web, but don't you guys have brake line for F models?? I'm looking for stainless steel front brake line in reasonable price.
thanks / sorry for threadjack
They should be the same ones- only the 89 front line should be different(shorter because of clip-ons).

Mark- you guys have a gstwin discount?  :)
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: frankieG on February 06, 2008, 04:30:29 AM
i had just put a new steel line on my 89 gs when i took it apart to fix my new f model.  the line fit  perfectly and works very well
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: mark40 on February 06, 2008, 07:08:17 AM
The E's & F's use the same line according to the fit chart. Yes, I can give a 10% discount to anyone from here on these. PM me or e-mail at wbsfab@netzero.com for more info and ordering.
We are a small fab, machine & repair shop in OH wbsfab.com
Mark..
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: RobTheTyrant on February 06, 2008, 10:18:32 AM
I'm def going with braided lines, but I couldn't find the banjo bolt sizes on the wiki... could be me, I probably looked right what I was looking for at one point.  And if anyone has the stock length that's be the shyte too.  Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: Toshipenguin on May 24, 2008, 12:13:33 AM
Just in case you are still wondering what the front-caliper Banjo Bolt size is:
     Size: 10mm x 1.25mm x 22mm (replaces the old 24 mm)  :thumb:
     Part Number: 09360-10040

You can order it from a dealer, or go to your local bolt/screw supplier (always call ahead)!

Note: Applies to GS500E from 1989 through 1996.

Also, when doing the parts Fiche, the part is classified under "Front Master Cylinder", not under "Front Caliper".

Hope this helps.
Title: Re: Front brake line?...
Post by: manofthefield on May 24, 2008, 07:54:56 AM
Quote from: mark40 on February 06, 2008, 07:08:17 AM
The E's & F's use the same line according to the fit chart. Yes, I can give a 10% discount to anyone from here on these. PM me or e-mail at wbsfab@netzero.com for more info and ordering.
We are a small fab, machine & repair shop in OH wbsfab.com
Mark..

If you don't mind me asking, what kind of price would you have for single SS front brake line for the GS?