Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

[Patrick N.]

Can anyone recommend a good source to get new front brake hoses that are close to original or match original for my 68? (Caliper to brake line portions). I am not sure what I really should look for to identify a close to correct product on this one.

Thanks in advance!
Pat

[Patrick H.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Can anyone recommend a good source to get new front brake hoses that are close to original or match original for my 68? (Caliper to brake line portions). I am not sure what I really should look for to identify a close to correct product on this one.

Thanks in advance!
Pat

There aren't any that are likely any better than another and they're all a bit different than original. I suspect that there are a very limited number of companies making them, in fact.

I usually just buy them from the same supplier that sells me the brake kit but you'll likely get the same hoses from your local auto parts store.

[Patrick N.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Thanks Patrick,
It seems like any supplier will be fine given that there is no deduction for replacement hoses. I was curious if someone was reproducing better details than all the others-sounds like not so much.

I appreciate the help.
Pat

[Joe L.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Thanks Patrick,
It seems like any supplier will be fine given that there is no deduction for replacement hoses. I was curious if someone was reproducing better details than all the others-sounds like not so much.

I appreciate the help.
Pat

Pat------


The original hoses for Corvettes through about 1972 were single crimped. I don't think you find any brake hoses on the market today that are single crimped because I don't think these will pass DOT muster.

Also, almost all of the brake hoses on the market today use a rubber hose that is noticeably smaller in OD than original hoses. They are ribbed, though, as the originals were. In addition, you will look far-and-wide to find any that are made in the US; all that I've seen are made in China. That includes Delco, Raybestos, Wagner and I'll bet all the other major brands.

I understand that Corvette Stainless Steel Brakes offers brake hoses made in USA. However, I don't know how they otherwise compare to original hoses. I'm quite sure they won't be single crimp.

[Patrick N.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Thanks for the detail Joe,

I checked out CSSB today and ordered their product (made in usa).
The hoses are double crimped, and very similar to others. I also looked at Duntov Motors but nothing special there, (they are usually good for made in US products as well).

Thanks!
Pat

[Mike M.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Patrick
If you are referring to the hoses on your '68, I can't speak for your Team Leader, but, expect the policy to be the same as the Mid-year classes.
That being to make certain allowances for safety considerations.
The current replacement double-crimp hoses area acceptable for Flight Judging, providing the NTP inkjet printed Vendor, DOT data and any extraneous Non-GM/Delco information is removed from the hose. Usually, paint thinner will do the trick.
You should be good to go.
HaND

[Grant W.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Thanks for the detail Joe,

I checked out CSSB today and ordered their product (made in usa).
The hoses are double crimped, and very similar to others. I also looked at Duntov Motors but nothing special there, (they are usually good for made in US products as well).

Thanks!
Pat

Hi Pat
What you have ordered is the best out there so far. There is no one making the originals non line crimped. There is no point deduct for using the current after market brake hoses. It is a safety issue. You can buy original NOS brake line hoses but they are expensive and that is if you can find them. (none for sale in my stash)
If you need pictures of originals let me know.
Thanks, grant

[Jerry W.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

I would hope that NCRS does not have a written policy that includes removal of printing on brake line hoses by any method....that's scarey.

[Terry M.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

I would hope that NCRS does not have a written policy that includes removal of printing on brake line hoses by any method....that's scarey.

Please explain what is so scary about removing printing on brake line hoses Jerry.

[Jerry W.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Terry....I'm not a lawyer....But issues pertaining to Safety and Liability are scary to me..... If a brake line hose would fail resulting in injury or damage and proven to be faulty by recommented modification, ( paint thinner ? )....written or implied.... i wouldn't want to be the one who made that recommendation.

Just my 2 cents.

[Terry M.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Gee I guess I better stop talking about what I do to my cars. Since I do have some professional automotive credentials and instruct automotive technology -- anything I say here could be held against me. Add to that the the idea that Internet postings are forever, and I better hang up my wrenches and keyboard and call it quits.

[John H.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Terry....I'm not a lawyer....But issues pertaining to Safety and Liability are scary to me..... If a brake line hose would fail resulting in injury or damage and proven to be faulty by recommented modification, ( paint thinner ? )....written or implied.... i wouldn't want to be the one who made that recommendation.

Just my 2 cents.

Jerry -

You've got to be kidding...

[Jerry W.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

John....No...I'm not kidding....In a previous life i worked for a company that manufactured aftermarket brake drums and discs as a side business to our foundry operation..and we went to extra lengths to do extensive materail testing and documentation to protect our selves.

We've all done modications as mentioned, including myself.....i was just saying that the NCRS, officially, should not be advocating such practice or recommendation...( modification of brake line hoses )

Maybe we have some legal advisors out there with comment....Sorry if i ruffled anyones feathers.

[Alan D.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

Well for mid years you will loose 1 point on originality for DOT hoses of the 5 available.

[Patrick N.]

Re: Can you recommend a Brake Hose?

I am interested in removing the printing so I did look into the material. It is manufactured by Good Year so most likely it would be EPDM but I have requested a material spec from their advanced engineering group. This way there are no speculations.
- perfect timing-just got my email back from Good Year with the RMA hose hand book, I was correct, it is EPDM which is not good with prolonged exposure to petroleum chemicals or solvents, but a simple wipe should be fine. EPDM is outstanding for Ozone and weather resistance however and why it is used for single wall hoses.

Hope this helps clear the air a bit.

Pat