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What are some tips on removing and replacing brake lines etc when replacing the rear end on 97 Dodge 1500

Replacing the rear end and need info on moving brake lines and hoses from old axle to new axle

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Held on by a bolt and two clips. Bend the clips and remove the bolt. Just be prepared to replace them if they are really rusty. If it were mine, I would pull the axles, Replace the diff and pinion and seal. Replace the axle bearings and seals, if the seals were leaking. If not leaking, just replace the seals.

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    Bradford Wood Mar 06, 2016

    I am asking about the metal block with the main brake line comes in and the rear brake lines and vet lines go out. Can I pry it off and put it on the replacement rear end. I do not have the tools or experience to replace the diff and pinion.

  • Randy Ohler Mar 06, 2016

    The block has a bolt threw it. The block is brass and the bolt is steel. The bolt locks up in it, always. Dissimilar metal corrosion. Me, working at a shop, I have to replace the hose and brake lines, insurance stuff. On my vehicle, I replace it all. If money is tight. I cut the bracket that holds it. Again, those lines will have to be moved a bit. Really rusty, they can break and leak.

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