Originally Posted by
pizzaguy
Bleeding the brakes is easy and cheap - just do it.
If that does not do the job, then you can look at other issues, like replacing brake lines - but IMO, there is no reason to go to the re-enforced lines, just replacing old lines should do it.
THis reminds me, in the new year, I think it's time for brake lines and hoses on my car. Fifteen years is enough.
I agree the steel braided ones just protect the rubber from damage from flying debris to some extent. I noticed no difference in brake travel, remember the braided steel expands by taking up any slack in it and imprints itself into the rubber hose as well. Looks nice especially with plastic outer cover over the braiding.
My tip is to change the fluid and bleed the brakes.