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  1. Caliper pipe corroded

    I have MK1 Cupra R Brembo calipers. On one the metal pipe is corroded. I need to get a new one of these pipes or get a custom braided hose that would replace the metal pipe. I was looking at getting custom brake lines made but don't know what fittings I need on each side of the braided hoses.
  2. Goodridge braided hoses

    Hi I recently acquired a full set of front and rear mk5 r32 discs and calipers, does anyone know whether I need the hoses for the r32 or mk5 golf ? I have asked a number of retails but they were unsure, is there anyone who has already done conversion who can shed light on which braided hoses...
  3. help. goodridge braided hose problem

    hi all. despratly need some advice. i have purchased some goodridge hoses. that are apparently for my car. i own a 51 plate cupra R (which is now currently in bits) but upon fitting them they dont even match up. the originals have a 90 degree elbow on them these are just a straight union. and...
  4. braided hoses

    im after some braided hoses for my cupra and goodridge dont make any for it so im just wondering if anyone knows if any mk2 golf ones will fit? cheers
  5. Braided brake lines. Opinions please

    Hi all, done a few searches and noticed all leons seem to have poor braking and people upgrad to the ds2500s with a fluid change. But my question is this do braided brake lines make much of a difference to the firmness of the pedal. My brakes lock on full but only when the pedal is about 2...
  6. Braided (Goodridge) hoses for 2L 8v 256mm brakes?

    Hi all, I have been thinking of changing the brake set-up on my Cupra 8v. Rather than get a set of 2nd hand 16v 280mm brakes I have decided to stick with the stuff I have got and get some decent discs, pads and hoses. Goodridge do not list a set for the 8v but i'm wondering if one of the sets...
  7. edewer

    Braided Brake lines - where from?

    as above. wanting to get some as the brake fade on the car is pants, and teamed with some decent fluid should make a big difference. goodridge dont appear to do any but hopefully someone can shed some light on the situation ed
  8. greg

    braided hose for catch tank

    Anyone know if this would be suitable to use for the inlet to an oil catch tank? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=380119416953
  9. Braided Brake Lines

    Hi Guys, did a search an did find results but no real answers. Goodridge dont do a kit and either do HEL for a mk3 cupra Does anyone know if for instance another kit would fit, ie golf gti 150 ??????????? thanks
  10. jamie paton

    braided hoses

    hello folks, i'm selling my r32 alloys to fund new EBC discs and ferodo pads plus motul brake fluid. i was thinking about getting goodridge braided hoses, what are peoples opinions on braided hoses, for an extra 50 quid are they worth it and has anybody got them and what difference does it make. :)
  11. Braided Hoses Mk3 Cupra

    Is there an off the shelf kit for mk3 Cupra? Assuming the mk2 gti kit would be similar? Cannot find anywhere that sells a specific kit? Anyone want to point me in the right direction? :confused:
  12. B3NPM_Cupra

    Braided brake hoses?

    anyone point me in the direction to get some braided hoses for the standard ibiza cupra brakes?
  13. Braided hoses

    Anyone got them on their MK4 cupra's or FR's? Would they be the same as 9N or fabias?
  14. Harry's cupra

    Brembos and braided hoses

    Are braided hoses essential when fitting brembo calipers????
  15. Dolly_Gti

    Braided hoses..

    well ive been looking for braided hoses.. obviously went straight to goodridge.. being 6 flexihoses they seem to be a little more expensive than if there was 4. i seem to be finding sets from between £70-£90. Now there is a place near me that makes them up for you on demand, the boss got his...
  16. Dolly_Gti

    Braided hose kits!

    For my 95 2L 8v GTi (6 line)... been seeing these for around £70 goodrich steel braided. but i have found some on offer, these are for VW GOLF MK3 8v/16v Gti models ( 6 line )for £49 are they the same? The only kit i can find for ibiza is 2L 16v 1993 - 1996...
  17. Braided brake hose kit

    Hi has anyone with a LCR fitted a braided hose kit if so did they change the brake fluid for a higher spec one, and where is the best place to buy the kit from.
  18. grasshopper

    Braided Brake Hoses + Performance Brake Fluid

    Right, gonna go for Bill's grooved discs & F DS2500 pads but want to do the replacement brake hose & uprated brake fluid thang. :cheeky: Can you guys give me a steer on what are the best products & suppliers to go for please :confused: and give an indication of the sort of price to pay...
  19. danregs

    Braided Brake Hoses

    has anyone on here added braided hoses to their standard brake setup?? my brakes are fairly good but not as good as my last car, and I've been told by a mate (owns his own garage) that braided hoses would give me much better feel on my brakes.....? we've had a look at the front brake hoses...
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