[–] drakesdoom2 1 point 0 points 1 point (+1|-1) ago
If they are copper or aluminum yes. You can paint the steel ones, not sure how much that will really help.
[–] BillMarshall 0 points 5 points 5 points (+5|-0) ago
if you have not purchased them then get stainless steel lines it is worth the extra bucks. If you have purchased them paint them with clear wheel paint so you can see any underlying corrosion in the future. The best thing to do is pressure wash the underside of a car every chance you get to remove road salt, especially from the lines where they mount or connect.
[–] CaldwellMadison [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Thank you. I have steel lines with some kind of protective coat, but don't really trust it. I'll definitely consider your advice.
[–] VandalayIndustries 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Stainless is pretty resistant to rusting, so...if you have them made out of that, they will last longer than the vehicle.
[–] RustyEquipment 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
You don’t like me? What did I do?
[–] CaldwellMadison [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
You ruin everything I hold dear at the worst possible time!
[–] ShadowWatcher 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Most paint will chip off when you bend the brake lines. Maybe a plastic Fusion paint would have some success! Don't use steel brake lines. Get aluminized copper, it's more money, but Bends and flares a whole lot easier. Once you use it you will never put a steel line in again. Plus it never rust.
[–] ShadowWatcher ago
Stainless steel is hard too bend and flare. Dont waste your time and money! Copper aloy lines. Advance auto has it. About $50 a roll. Easy to bend and flare. I bend it with my thumbs mostly.
[–] GhostSkin 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Is this a joke?
[–] CaldwellMadison [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
No, not a joke. Brake lines are made out of steel, which is vulnerable to rust, and enamel coatings are known to resist water penetration, which can, in turn, prevent rust. What part of my question confuses you?
[–] GhostSkin 1 point -1 points 0 points (+0|-1) ago
They won't rust, you're fine.