[s-cars] BIRA Sys3 Brake Line Length

[Igor Kessel]

James Bowes wrote:

> 
> 60 bucks for a set of 4 lines is an amazing deal, but we might not be 
> comparing apples to apples.
> 
> Most of the places I've looked at charge 10 dollars per line just to 
> assemble the custom ones. The lines I'm referring to are braided steel 
> covered in a protective rubberized layer, custom length, DOT approved, 
> with the correct fittings for the BIRA application, preassembled and 
> ready to install. These are made with Goodridge components, which I 
> understand to be some of the best in the industry.
> 
> If you can get them for 60 dollar per set, I say you've hit upon a 
> really great price.
> 
> -James
> 
> 
> 
>> From: Igor Kessel <kbattpo at verizon.net>
>> To: James Bowes <thermobob at hotmail.com>
>> CC: munrof at sympatico.ca,  s-car-list at audifans.com
>> Subject: Re: [s-cars] BIRA Sys3 Brake Line Length
>> Date: Fri, 26 Mar 2004 10:23:11 -0500
>>
>> James Bowes wrote:
>>
>>> Hey there!
>>>
>>> The BIRA system 3 requires 16" long lines in the front.
>>>
>>> Incidentally, if you need a source, I've got a guy who can supply 
>>> them for something like 130-135 a set (4 lines). Takes about 4 weeks 
>>> per set, as they take a custom set of connectors. Email me off-list 
>>> if you're interested.
>>>
>>> -James
>>
>>
>> I usually get 4 lines for $60 total either from Earl's Indy or from 
>> Summit Racing.
>> :)
>>
>> -- 
>> Igor Kessel
>> two turbo quattros in the stable,
>> the third one is in the works

Goodridge it is, James. No rubber sleeve. No DOT approval (don't need 
one either). $15/ea.
The "custom" BIRA fitting is prolly the industry standard 10x1mm one; 
male on one end, female on the other. Coz that's what my BBB Brembo 
callipers take and that's what Audi OEM hard line female fittings in the 
fender well have.

-- 
Igor Kessel
two turbo quattros in the stable,
the third one is in the works