Copper tubing for Brakes?

[JonnyT]

I assume that the Dax supplied kit is ok??? This looks to all intents and purposes copper and I flared my own ends (if you'll pardon the pun!!)

[lutman]

Nothing wrong with copper pipes as long as the correct fittings and clamps are used.
Testament to this is how many old classic cars still run with the original brake pipes.
Main factor is dissimilar metal galvanic corrosion which comes about when using steel pipes with copper/brass fittings and vica versa.
Indeed some may argue that steel pipes are prone to rust which copper is not ?

I personally would use steel as the copper pipes could split when using booster ( servoed) systems due the higher line pressures developed.

[Naumoff]

Originally Posted by Spanish Dave

I got the same reaction when I posted some brake booster pics on my 65 mustang f/b on Stangnet (USA Mustang forum) a few years ago. It had copper tubing on the front brake lines ... there were cries of horror ... change those lines ... you will kill yourself ... brake lines should NEVER be made of copper etc. I did change them for stainless steel because I was so worried, then next thing I build an AK Cobra using copper brake tubing ... as I presume everyone (most folks anyway) does. So I don't know what is right or wrong.
I guess that in the States you can carry a gun ..... but not make your brake lines out of copper .... cos it's dangerous !! Strange world eh ?

Guns aren't dangerous, people are.

[Naumoff]

Copper is just so soft I would worry about the line vibrating against the frame or road debris hitting a line.
But if it works and the government says it is OK then I am fine with it.
Carry on gentlemen.

[oglyoodoo]

I had a brand new Volvo 850 some years ago and that was fitted with Kunifer Brake pipes. If it's good enough for Volvo then I'm happy with that. I do however have a few reservations on the use of the more ductile copper.
Denis

[Naumoff]

Originally Posted by oglyoodoo

I had a brand new Volvo 850 some years ago and that was fitted with Kunifer Brake pipes. If it's good enough for Volvo then I'm happy with that. I do however have a few reservations on the use of the more ductile copper.
Denis

Yes I read about the Cunifer brake lines. They have a 10% nickel content.
I would imagine that would make the copper tubing pretty hard.

What is used in cars manufactured in the UK?