can anyone please tell me what this covering is over the steel brake line it is the rear line on a 98 dodge carvan coming off the wheel cylinder but i do not know what the covering is called or where to get a repalcement on thank in advance

 

It’s essentially a spring that’s wrapped around the lines at the factory to act as an insulator against vibration as well as protect the line from direct contact with the frame and body. The problem is corrosion starts building up between the coils and eventually contributes to line failure rather than preventing it.

It’s not necessary to replace it. When you install a new line, look for places where the line could potentially rub and use short lengths of rubber hose to protect it. Cut a piece of hose lengthwise to wrap it around the line and use zip ties to secure it.

 

[QUOTE=GumbyRT;3435414]It’s essentially a spring that’s wrapped around the lines at the factory to act as an insulator against vibration as well as protect the line from direct contact with the frame and body. The problem is corrosion starts building up between the coils and eventually contributes to line failure rather than preventing it.

It’s not necessary to replace it. When you install a new line, look for places where the line could
potentially rub and use short lengths of rubber hose to protect it. Cut a piece of hose lengthwise to wrap it around the line and use zip ties to secure it.[/QUOTE