How to replace brake lines on 1976 Rabbit?

Long, long, long ago VW had a recall on them lines but more than likely it
was already done. Don't think there is a way to check anymore. Wanna a
tip... only use the VW line which is coated against corrosion. Now everyone
knows how old I am(lol)!


"HerHusband" > wrote in message
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>I have a 1976 Rabbit.
>
> I have been having a problem with my brake pedal slowing going to the
> floor
> when I held it down. I did not see brake fluid leaking anywhere, so I
> replaced my master cylinder and installed new pads and front brake hoses.
>
> But, we went through two big bottles of brake fluid trying to bleed the
> brakes and couldn't bleed them. Still couldn't find any leaks.
>
> Just as we were about to give up, my wife saw brake fluid dripping from
> under the passenger floorboard. Pulled up the carpet, and yep, major mess.
> The steel brake line there had rusted through and a small pinhole had
> leaked massive amounts of fluid. Now I know where all that brake fluid was
> going...
>
> Anyway, I obviously need to replace the brake line, but it looks like it's
> going to be a huge job trying to fish a hard metal brake line through the
> car. Does anyone have any tips to make this job easier?
>
> Also, I've got a major mess to clean up under the carpet now. Any tips on
> cleaning up the brake fluid? I thought about spreading kitty litter all
> over and letting it soak everything up.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Anthony