Why not use steel stock style lines for fuel and tranny? They've worked for years, and a huge savings in cost. I paid $34 for the prebent tranny lines on my '71, and also used Camaro pre bent lines on my Austin. In both cars I cut the radiator end off and ran the lines with hose to the cooler the last 12".

 

There really is no cost savings going with prebent steel lines Vall. Like I mentioned earlier (if I act quickly) I can get 10' lengths for about $36 for 3/8" I.D. braided teflon lined hose. Prebent steel lines are more than that from what I've seen. It wasn't a decision based on performance of stock steel lines, just price comparability as well as appearance. At that price, I'll probably go with the braided for fuel, trans and brakes.

 

I dont have an issue with stock either. I did mine for looks, no doubt about it. Second was the thought I may someday make enough power to need 1/2" lines.

 

There really is a cost savings, as Summit sells the prebent for $36, and even with equal price on braided lines the fittings will end up costing you more than the lines! Then there's straps, and whatever to tie them in place. Lot cheaper and easier to use prebent.
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The prebent are always an option of course. Appreciate the link. Again, if I didn't already have most all the fittings, I wouldn't even be considering the braided lines.

Sure wish I was having better luck getting this trans reassembled. I'm certainly not shocked at the luck I've had but it's frustrating nonetheless. First, I got all the new hard parts and didn't notice that a stinkin' snapring was missing until I went to compress the spring retainer. Then I went to install the new hard seals on the stator shaft and one of them was broke when I took it out of the bag. Probably all of $2 in parts but now I'll be waiting another 4-5 days to get them. Good news is that I got all the bushings installed with no problems. That was the only part I was worried about so I'll take the good with the bad and wait patiently (again) to finish this thing up!

 

its that way for me at work alot. A dollar part keeps me from running a machine for three days.

 

I hate having to stop doing something to get parts, but even more so when I can't just run and grab them locally!

 

Glad to report that neither place gave me a hard time about sending replacement rings. Still have to wait another week but at least I know they're coming. I can still do dry clutch packs to make sure clearances are good and air check most everything beforehand. Still a little confused on the dual feeding of the direct clutches. I'm using a Transgo kit so I'm pretty sure I'll want to install the center lip seal in the direct drum. Can anyone verify this? I'd be most appreciative!

 

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I figured it out Damon. Thanks for the reply though man. I'm starting to feel like one of those kids on the playground that gets picked last for kickball. If it wasn't for you and Vall, seems like this thread would be to myself lol! Anyway, I need the center lipseal in the direct since I'm using the Transgo kit. I'm going to play it safe and order the spring compressor tool to reinstall the pistons in the case. Another tool I'll only use once or twice but if it keeps me from bending another spring retainer then I guess it's worth it.