Front 7.5" Disc Brake Hoses

[jaknight]

I have 2 sets of front disc brake hoses for my 1965 Cooper S.

The first set is part # GBH 174 in large print and GBH249 in small print on the package label. The hoses are 13" overall length.

The second set is part # GBH 249 and the hoses are 11 3/4" overall length.

Which set and length is correct ?

Minispares and Somerford Mini list the part # GBH 249 as the correct hose but do NOT list the hose length.

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks.

Jim Knight

[Dr.Mabo]

For Disc Brakes you need the shorter hoses.

The longer hoses will rub against the tie bar rod.

[jaknight]

I have borrowed a set of the stainless brake hoses part # C-AJJ-4027.

The front brake hoses measure 13 1/2" overall length. These will rub on the diagonal tie bar.

The hoses, GBH 249, which are 11 3/4" overall length seem to be a little short when the hub is rotated through the turning arc.

Jim