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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

For Disc Brakes you need the shorter hoses.

The longer hoses will rub against the tie bar rod.

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