Four problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer states that the steel brake lines were rusted. Consumer noticed the problem when he stepped on the brakes and they went to the floor in August 2004. Then , in June 2005 this happened again on the front lines. In August 2004 consumer replaced the brake line himself in the rear, which was still good.
The brake line broke where it is retained by a clip. No previous rough driving or abuse.
Mileage is 113,086. Have abs. Brake lines to both rear wheel have rubbed against moving part of shock absorbers. The rubber covering of brake lines is worn off completely and part of metal is worn. Ford double insulated the brake lines so it is clear they know the lines were rubbing agains the shock absorbers. If these lines were to wear through and fluid sprayed out, I dread to think what would happen. To repeat: rear brake lines are rubbing agains part of shock absorbers, thus wearing away all the insulation on line.
Both rear brakes line contact with rear shock absorber, cause brak lines to wear and leak.