Brake Hose

[Richard S]

As many know, I converted my front calipers to 2001 era Camaro SS twin piston finned cast aluminum calipers and Aurora drilled slotted rotors. Used the stock brake hose but could not use the stock brake hose bracket that attaches to the strut because the hose is too short for that. I made a new bracket, but found that at full turn I was not happy with the stress on the hose. I, and Daniel, decided longer hoses would be preferable. I had 23" braided stainless steel hoses made up by Nick at Brake Hoses Unlimited. At $26 apiece [including shipping] I thought they were a bargain considering Nick provided the Reatta compatible brake line-to-hose and Camaro hose-to-caliper fittings, washers and clips. Great guy to deal with, and they come in the colors of your choice.

[jonlabree]

Could we get an address or web site for him? Please.

[Richard S]

Sure Jon. The usual disclaimer. I have no business connection with them except as a customer and get no referral fees or discounts etc. Nick can be reached by phone at 616-836-7885 and his email address is goodbrakes@brakehoses.biz. The website is

http://www.partswhiz.net:80/EBAY/Brake%20Hose%20Information/Braided%20Stainless%20Choices.htm

[Ronnie]

Thanks Richard. I added this information to the vendors list on my website.

[jonlabree]

OK, I went to the site but there's no address or phone number and no way to order online.

What's the story?

[Ronnie]

It appears they only sell through their eBay store. All the info I have is here .

[Richard S]

Jon, you can email or phone Nick and tell him what you are looking for. Both are in my post.

[Guest F14CRAZY]

Sounds good, I'll keep this in mind

[Richard S]

For those a little concerned about anonymity, the return label on my box is:

Nick Christman

Brake Hoses Unlimited

Recycle Now, Inc.

302 E. 19th Street, #D

Holland, MI 49423

[jonlabree]

Thanks I will. The 23" hoses were long enough?

I am going to the big Olds brakes "97" and am wondering if that lenght will be OK for me.

[Richard S]

Jon, I'd do a quick mock up using some fuel line or other stiff hose. Nick points out that braided stainless won't make quite the same bend as rubber, so he suggests adding an inch or 2 to your final measurement. I think Daniel and I came up with about 22" for our conversion, but unless he is trapped under his white, I'm pretty sure he'll pipe in with some useful info.