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I realize this thread is now 8 years old, but this information right here solved a problem I've been chasing for months so I am bumping it so google analytics pick it back up. I too did a 240sx rear brake swap, but bought calipers from a parts store, and they didn't come fully loaded with these cable stays/guides. I've been trying to fit a parking brake cable to my car while missing a piece, driving myself insane.

I would absolutely love doors. This is fantastic; it looks more and more each day like you can just build a Datsun from the ground up with aftermarket parts!

I just wanted to update this thread with my decision. As of this writing, 1/26/2012, Classic Tube's 240z and 260/280z kits are on clearance. I picked up a full SS prebent brake line kit for $299 & taxes; usually $425 or so. I may regret this decision later, but I'd really like to move along to other parts of this project.

Thank you everyone for your responses, all this is exactly what I need to know. I've got a compulsion to "set it up", and apply what extra foresight and elbow grease I can while I have access to the car's naughty parts in this stripped down state... Next question: Do I stand to "gain" any benefits by stepping up to 1/4" sized tubing from 3/16" when I'm running these? Is there any performance benefit to the greater volume of compressible fluid in the lines, like for if I'm moving bigger brake parts? If stock size is 3/16", I imagine that the components like cylinders are set up for that, and adapters(?) would be required if we're going to run bigger. Or not?? This ad says that they were pulled off a '72/'73 240. I feel like this would be swappable, though...and that's a good price. Do you know off the top of your head if they fit? Lines are lines...?

I'll make this quick and dirty here. I have a '77 280z shell with pretty much nothing but the running gear and the doors attached. It's a 411-yellow car (With some...extra documentation), so I've decided to go ahead and commit financial suicide and build it, because hey, it's not often the universe drops good-condition S30 shells in one's lap. Only problem is... I need brake hardlines. The shell has none. Wise man say one must stop in order to go! I've read threads in this very forum saying that the easiest route is to just get bulk stainless line, and bend/shape it to my tastes. From you fine gentlemen (and ladies?!), I'd like an actionable answer: 1) Confirmation of this, in which case, I'll go get some sweet stainless from Summit/somewhere, and just go rent the tools necessary to bend and shape them. 2) If anyone *knows* of a place to get a full pre-bent kit for a '77, a link would be appreciated, or at least a referral. I haven't been able to find anyone on the web who sells it for my year and model. Thanks, and you guys rock. HybridZ has been a WEALTH of information, and a very supportive community so far!