My hard brake lines are looking a bit sketchy from rust. Anyone replaced them? Haven't seen much just braided lines. Easy? Hard? Cost approximately? And do people reolace them with nonhard lines? Thanks. 94 FD btw

 

Also what are your favorite pads to use?

 

Never replace hard steel line with anything but steel. Not known if someone makes specific replacement lines for your car, possibly available from Mazda still? What particular lines are needed? I would buy a roll of suitable brake line and make what is needed by using the old as a template, should be able to reuse the fittings once removed, or they could be sourced at most auto supply stores.

 

I use Hawk pads, am happy with their performance. I have a 1st gen though.

 

I would agree in just making your own if replacing hard lines. You will need a good quality flaring tool set to make the ends, since the brake lines are steel. Cheaper sets will work well on aluminum and copper but not work as well with the steel lines required for brakes.

 

Thanks for the info. I figured thats what I would have to do

 

There is one hard line that runs up high on the aft side of the rear cross member. It's usually in pretty good shape given it's location and would be one of the more difficult ones to duplicate anyway.
What pads you run really depend on the use of the car and style of driving. But Hawk is a good place to start. It's a compromise between noise, dust and rotor wear depending on that use and your tolerance level. Hawk Brake Pads | Best Brake Pads | Hawk Performance