BILSTEIN, FORMULA, SUPERPRO, POLYAIR, FOX Brake Line Parts

Brake lines carry brake fluid to the brakes at each wheel, so they need to suit both your vehicle and its suspension setup. When a 4WD is lifted, the factory brake lines may no longer have enough length to move safely with the suspension. Fulcrum's range of brake line parts includes extended brake line kits designed for specific vehicles, helping your brake lines suit a lifted setup.

What Do Brake Lines Do?

Your vehicle's brakes are hydraulic. When you press the brake pedal, brake fluid is pushed through the brake lines to the brakes at each wheel. That pressure is what applies the brakes and slows the vehicle.

Part of the brake line system is made up of flexible brake hoses. These connect the lines on the body or chassis to the brakes at the wheels and axle. Because the wheels and axle move up and down with the suspension, the flexible hoses need enough length to follow that movement without being stretched.

Why Lifted 4WDs May Need Extended Brake Lines

A suspension lift increases the distance between the body or chassis and the axle. As the suspension extends, the brake lines have to cover that extra distance.

When a vehicle is lifted or its suspension is modified, brake lines can be stretched beyond their limits, particularly during full suspension articulation. A brake line under this kind of strain is at risk of fatigue or failure. Because brake lines are essential to safe stopping, they need to suit the vehicle's new suspension setup.

Extended brake lines are longer than the factory lines. The extra length allows the suspension to reach full droop while the brake lines stay protected.

Extended Brake Lines vs Brake Line Spacers

There is more than one way to protect brake lines after a lift:

• Extended brake lines replace the factory brake lines with longer lines.
• Brake line spacers and extension mounts relocate the brake line bracket so the existing lines have more room to move.

The right option depends on your vehicle and suspension setup. Brake line parts are vehicle-specific, so check the fitment details on each product page. If you're looking for spacers rather than extended lines, browse Fulcrum's Brake Line Spacer range.

Extended Brake Lines and Lift Kits

Extended brake lines are often fitted as part of a suspension lift. Some lift kits already include an extended brake line kit, so check your lift kit's inclusions before buying brake line parts separately. This helps you avoid doubling up on parts.

If your lift kit doesn't include extended brake lines, or you're building your own suspension setup, choose brake line parts that suit both your vehicle and your lift. Fulcrum's suspension specialists can help you confirm what your vehicle needs.

Other Components to Check After a Lift

Brake lines aren't the only components affected by a suspension lift. On some vehicles, other parts that run between the body or chassis and the axle may also need attention, including:

• Handbrake cables
• ABS sensor leads

Fulcrum also supplies handbrake parts and ABS components, so you can address everything your vehicle needs at the same time.

Choosing the Right Brake Line Parts

Brake line parts are designed to suit particular vehicles, so choosing the right one starts with your make and model. Before you buy, check:

• Vehicle fitment: use the vehicle search to find brake line parts that suit your make, model and year.
• Fitting position: check the product listing to confirm where on the vehicle the parts are designed to be fitted.
• Your suspension setup: confirm the parts suit your vehicle's lift and suspension configuration.
• Your lift kit inclusions: check whether your lift kit already includes extended brake lines.

Full fitment details, specifications and inclusions are listed on each product page. If you can't find brake line parts for your vehicle, or you're unsure which ones you need, Fulcrum's team can help.

Fitting Brake Line Parts

Brake lines are a critical part of your vehicle's braking system, so they must be fitted correctly. Replacing brake lines means working on the hydraulic brake system. Once the new lines are installed, the system needs to be refilled with the brake fluid specified for your vehicle and bled to remove any air.

If you're not confident working on brakes, have your brake line parts fitted by a qualified technician. With Fulcrum's Click & Fit service, you can buy your brake line parts online and have them delivered to your nearest Fulcrum workshop for installation. This is a convenient option if you're fitting extended brake lines at the same time as a lift kit or other suspension upgrade.

Fulcrum also offers brake assessments, wheel alignments and a free suspension check. These are useful if you've recently lifted your vehicle and want to confirm everything is set up correctly.

Buy Brake Line Parts Online from Fulcrum

Every product we supply is backed by our warranty, a fitment guarantee and the support of a nationwide workshop network. You can shop the range online and use the vehicle search to find the right brake line parts for your make and model.

If you're unsure which parts suit your vehicle or lift, Fulcrum's suspension specialists can help you choose. Prefer to leave the job to the professionals? Book a service with Fulcrum and have your brake line parts fitted by a qualified technician.