Accuair hard line question

[BigMike]

Hey guys. The time has finally come for me to order an Accuair e-level kit for my 69. I heard that Accuair has made it possible to run hard lines in your system with a threaded manifold? My question...are there any downfalls to plumbing with hard lines instead of the DOT airlines? Do you think you get more or less air leaks? Do the metal lines contaminate the air, or allow for more condensation?

My plan (which may or may not change depending on what you guys say) is to buy the threaded manifold with the fittings to run the push in DOT airlines. Once I have everything in place where I want it and am happy with it, start making the hardlines for it, remove the push in fittings and re plumb it. I'd hate to buy the push in style manifold and not be happy with the plastic lines.

Also, I am going with the 2-3gal tanks with the PB compressor/tank mounts on either side of the frame right behind the cab. Only issue is, that is where my optima currently resides. Is there enough room under the pass side floor? Or should I put it on the rear of the frame just before the rear bumper brackets?



Also, any pics would be AWESOME! Plus you get to brag and that's always fun for everyone

Thanks for reading this, I appreciate any input