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So I ordered from the dealer, nuts and bolts to replace the rusted ones holding the plastic covers on the fuel tank. I also ordered the block that the lines originally went through. Could have used two barrels since this is just a pass through. ~ $14 I also purchased the m10x1 fittings and 3/16 v 25' NiCopp brake line and fluid from local autoparts store. ~70 l ordered a Titan 51535 3/16 double flare tool and 3/16 stainless Steel clamps w rubber insulator. ~ $56 I managed to run the left rear brake line over the front of the tank by removing the two access panels under the seat. I drilled two holes near the covers and attached the above mentioned clamps via stainless machine screws and nuts/ lock washers underneath. I also put the line through a 18" rubber hose that I located between the access covers (just in case something rubs). I secured the line where I could with the stainless clamps and self taping screws. Bleed the system a few times and knock on wood, no leaks and car stops again. I also sprayed everything with fluid film before I buttoned it up. Damn rust belt. This site is great, looking at all solutions. Thanks.

I also made multiple calls. SOA would cover part of the repair but would not tell me how much until dealer gave me a price. I would have to tow to dealer since line failed an no pedal. They would not even give me a range of cost. Ended up doing it myself.

Thanks, just ordered the line, m 10x1 fittings and some stainless w/ rubber clamps to hold it all in place. Assume you ran it under carpet near the edge where seat comes down and then followed the fuel lines on the driver side using same hole/grommet for RR speed sensor. Debating on covering it with pieces of rubber windshield washer hose. Im sure the dealer would charge over $1000 for this, dropping the tank.

I’m in same boat, 06 Outback with leaking brake lines. In 2014 they sprayed the car and will not cover anything due to time since. I see you bypassed the “4 way joint connectors”. Are these just a pass through or do they meter or have check valve in them? Nice work.