line locks
06-16-2006, 09:51 PM
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RE: line locks
ORIGINAL: fairlane292
We're not talking a lot of $$$ here... I wonder if there is an advantage/preference of one option over the other. You're going with two,as I had seen out here in the forum... better you think than single?
We're not talking a lot of $$$ here... I wonder if there is an advantage/preference of one option over the other. You're going with two,as I had seen out here in the forum... better you think than single?
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I was looking at that kit that RPM outlet has. It's price is reasonable. Consider that brake system pressure can get well into four digits. You do NOT want a cheap selonoid handling pressure like that. If the selonoid were to fail it could fail at any time you are using the brakes, not just when you are using the line lock. If the selonoid were to fail you would still have the rear brakes however the pedal would go most of way to the floor in a case of a selonoid failure and the reduced braking power could be enough to send you into the back of a 1975 F350 or something equally solid.
Think of it this way, a cheap line lock selonoid is like a discount parachute. NOT a good idea.
I was looking at that kit that RPM outlet has. It's price is reasonable. Consider that brake system pressure can get well into four digits. You do NOT want a cheap selonoid handling pressure like that. If the selonoid were to fail it could fail at any time you are using the brakes, not just when you are using the line lock. If the selonoid were to fail you would still have the rear brakes however the pedal would go most of way to the floor in a case of a selonoid failure and the reduced braking power could be enough to send you into the back of a 1975 F350 or something equally solid.
Think of it this way, a cheap line lock selonoid is like a discount parachute. NOT a good idea.
06-16-2006, 11:41 PM
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RE: line locks
I installed mine a couple weeks ago for a little over a $100 bucks, all Summit parts with (2) solenoids! I called Hurst up and they said the 05' and up mustangs require 2 solenoids, one for each side. RPMoutlet is a rip off at that price and Hurst is still alittle pricy too.
Summit or Jegs is the way to go for all your line lock needs...
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Summit or Jegs is the way to go for all your line lock needs...
Mauiboy
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06-17-2006, 01:10 AM
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RE: line locks
I suppose you're talking about SUM-760002 at $38.95; so two of those; I'm handy mechanically but unless you were to give me (us) a list of what you needed, particularly the lines and fittings; I'm pretty much at a loss here. I know Summit Tech is very helpful but maybe since you just did this recently you could outline this for us. I could bend lines if I needed to but I prefer not to get into flaring of ends; not sure if you found that to be necessary. If you get some time and a chance to document something for us that would be much appreciated I know. thanks, Jim
06-17-2006, 02:57 PM
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RE: line locks
ORIGINAL: fairlane292
I suppose you're talking about SUM-760002 at $38.95; so two of those; I'm handy mechanically but unless you were to give me (us) a list of what you needed, particularly the lines and fittings; I'm pretty much at a loss here. I know Summit Tech is very helpful but maybe since you just did this recently you could outline this for us. I could bend lines if I needed to but I prefer not to get into flaring of ends; not sure if you found that to be necessary. If you get some time and a chance to document something for us that would be much appreciated I know. thanks, Jim
I suppose you're talking about SUM-760002 at $38.95; so two of those; I'm handy mechanically but unless you were to give me (us) a list of what you needed, particularly the lines and fittings; I'm pretty much at a loss here. I know Summit Tech is very helpful but maybe since you just did this recently you could outline this for us. I could bend lines if I needed to but I prefer not to get into flaring of ends; not sure if you found that to be necessary. If you get some time and a chance to document something for us that would be much appreciated I know. thanks, Jim
06-17-2006, 04:05 PM
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RE: line locks
I see the 2 front lines coming off the front mounted brake control system; ...and I know the solenoids have to go betwen there are the calipers but wher is it recommended to mount them and since there are two with one switch, one light and no doubt one fuse what is the recommened wiring scheme? ...sorry, it's these detail questions that just make it confusing to me w/o some guidance. Summit install .pdf is of no value. Whatever you can do for us man; sure would appreciate it. ...Jim
06-17-2006, 06:22 PM
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RE: line locks
Quote from motoblue:
"Press the brake pedal and hold the roll control Snap-action switch down. Remove your foot from the pedal, and the solenoid maintains line pressure to the front brakes until the switch is released. This makes it easy to heat the rear tires in the burnout box, while minimizing wear and tear on your car's rear brake components. You can also use the system to prevent a manual-trans car from rolling out of the staging beams at the starting line. "
"Press the brake pedal and hold the roll control Snap-action switch down. Remove your foot from the pedal, and the solenoid maintains line pressure to the front brakes until the switch is released. This makes it easy to heat the rear tires in the burnout box, while minimizing wear and tear on your car's rear brake components. You can also use the system to prevent a manual-trans car from rolling out of the staging beams at the starting line. "
06-17-2006, 06:27 PM
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RE: line locks
ORIGINAL: fairlane292
Quote from motoblue:
"Press the brake pedal and hold the roll control Snap-action switch down. Remove your foot from the pedal, and the solenoid maintains line pressure to the front brakes until the switch is released. This makes it easy to heat the rear tires in the burnout box, while minimizing wear and tear on your car's rear brake components. You can also use the system to prevent a manual-trans car from rolling out of the staging beams at the starting line. "
Quote from motoblue:
"Press the brake pedal and hold the roll control Snap-action switch down. Remove your foot from the pedal, and the solenoid maintains line pressure to the front brakes until the switch is released. This makes it easy to heat the rear tires in the burnout box, while minimizing wear and tear on your car's rear brake components. You can also use the system to prevent a manual-trans car from rolling out of the staging beams at the starting line. "
Is it easy to burn out with this these?
06-17-2006, 07:02 PM
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RE: line locks
They hold the brakes locked on the front tires, not the rear tires, that's what make it easier and better for your car when doing a burnout. Without linelocks the only way I can do a burnout is to hold the brakes and floor it, meaning that the rear tires are spinning while I have the brakes applied to them, which also would wear out the brake pads a lot quicker too.