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Replacing Brake Lines

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by andreimontreal, Oct 23, 2019.

  1. andreimontreal

    andreimontreal Active Member

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    I see my line are rusted badly, wanted to grab brake lines (hydraulics) while replacing calipers . Someone correct or confirm - there are two parts for lines in the back (inner and outer) and only one piece in front (for each side of course, left and right)?

    I had to ask, I'm somewhat confused with all these bits, although I did notice the two lines at least in the back. Also an opinion on Wagner vs Raybestos for this product.
     
    #1 andreimontreal, Oct 23, 2019
  2. ChapmanF

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    Any pictures? I'm wondering where they have rusted.

    Some kind of polymer-coated steel seems to be what Toyota is using. The last time I changed lines on anything, I used cunifer, which I could get a roll of for not very much money from the friendly local auto store, and I already had flare tools. Besides its corrosion properties, the stuff is more bendable than steel, to the point it's not unpleasant to form by hand.
     
    #2 ChapmanF, Oct 23, 2019
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