brake line opinions please

[moveoverGM]

I am the kind of guy that always looks for things to fix, paint, shine or replace.
These two lines that come out of the master cylinder had a metal bracket around them that was badly rusted. I took that off with the intention of using something better. I noticed that the lines are a bit rusted too. They are not leaking and appear solid. I will replace them in the future but are they ok to use for now? Will painting protect them or will that simply seal in the corrosion? I like the fact that in their natural state I can inspect them for any leaks until replaced. Any suggestions are appreciated.

Donald

 

[dustybumpers]

I would put new ones on. if you are going to keep the truck, go with stainless steel.

Nothing like hitting the brakes for a panic stop, and a line blows out

I can do a write up if you want

 

[fatherdoug]

Painting them will probably increase the under deposit corrosion.

 

[Lorddurock]

i would replace those lines. i get a set from the bronco graveyard, and just came from here. 150 bucks for a full set of stainless preformed lines that FIT!!! is a sweet deal for me.
http://www.inlinetube.com/#!1971-97-ford-truck-4wd-preformed-lines/c1sgc

 

[Ozzie]

I'll agree with what has already been said. Stainless is probably the best situation. Those appear to be significantly corroded. If the corrosion was light, it could be cleaned & painted, but cleaning those might cause a leak. There's more cost & work doing the stainless, but when it's done there should never be any more problems.