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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 03:47 PM
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proximity of lines to headers

How close is too close to the headers where brake lines and trans cooler lines are concerned? Any thoughts?
Old Jun 18, 2013 | 04:54 PM
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I like to keep a couple of inches of space between at a minimum. The more the better though.
Old Jun 18, 2013 | 05:15 PM
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OK. I think my cooler lines are fine but considering re routing right front brake line because it comes real close at frame on both sides. About a half inch or so.
Old Jun 18, 2013 | 06:05 PM
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Sometimes you can flip or relocate clips and bend them out of the way. Most have issues with the proportioning valve.
Old Jun 19, 2013 | 09:42 AM
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Took care of valve already. Its bolted on way up high and out of the way so that's OK.looks like I should have enough line to flip it to the front side so that's good. Today I'm charging the battery a bit and crank her up and let her run and get the carb dialed in.
Old Jun 24, 2013 | 09:30 PM
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I have the same issue and i carefuly with all fingers gently pulled the line higher then the pipe for clearance and use all fingers and both hands.
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