Brake Hose Design

[Bingster]

The front brake hoses on my '47 Desoto have one end the normal screw on connector and the other end is a square nut-type affair with a large hole. Inside the hole is a tiny hole for fluid to pass through.

Anybody see this set up? Most hoses I've seen have the screw connector at both ends.

[Norm's Coupe]

That part really doesn't matter when replacing the brake line. If you need new hoses just measure the length you need. Also the size of the threads on the ends of the hose. Then you can pick them up at any auto parts store. Or, just take one of the old hoses into the auto parts store and say, I want a pair like this. A brake hose is a brake hose.

I would think you should be able to pick up shocks at the local store too. Either measure your old one, or take it to the store and tell them you want the same size. If you don't like Monroe shocks, tell them you want a different brand.

[Don Coatney]

The front brake hoses on my '47 Desoto have one end the normal screw on connector and the other end is a square nut-type affair with a large hole. Inside the hole is a tiny hole for fluid to pass through.

Anybody see this set up? Most hoses I've seen have the screw connector at both ends.

Can you post a picture?

[Bingster]

I'll see what I can do!

[martybose]

I'll bet that Bingster is looking at a 3/8-24 inverted flare fitting, which is rather common on our cars.

Marty