Hydraulic E-brake set up

Discussion in 'Modifications And Maintenance' started by Leviathan, Nov 11, 2012.

  1. Leviathan
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    I was curious, I'm planning on running the RS with the hydraulic e-brake set up, however Subaru runs two lines to the back of the car. Will I lose braking force if I "T" it into a single 3/16" line just before the ebrake and then back to two lines just after the ebrake? Does the amount of line that I "T" into a single line have a large effect on the pressure or could it be T'ed by the firewall and just one line run to the ebrake?

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  2. jblewis
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    Well, this or something like it is really the right way to go. It keeps the dual-diagonal braking intact.
     
  3. Leviathan
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    I was considering this as well, but for the money... I'd rather use what I have.
     
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    I am curious as to your reasons for why you want to convert to a hydraulic "e-brake".

    It looks like you are wanting to convert it to using your stock calipers as part of your "e-brake" correct, and what would you be using as your e-brake handle?
     
  5. Leviathan
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    Well. The ebrake cables in my car are missing. Also the brake lines are missing. They also included the hydraulic ebrake with the car when I bought it. I think it will be a lot of fun. I've never used a hydraulic one before.
     

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