Safety First: Vintage Hydraulic Brake Hoses
A "soft" or spongy brake pedal is often caused by old rubber brake hoses swelling under pressure. Even if they look fine on the outside, vintage hoses can collapse internally, causing calipers to stick or fluid to block. At Old Car Parts NW, we stock high-quality DOT-approved replacement brake hoses to restore firm pedal feel and safety.
Why Replace Old Hoses?
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Internal Collapse: Old rubber creates a "check valve" effect, locking your brakes on and overheating them. Cracking & Leaks: Dry rot near the crimped ends is a major failure point.
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Fitment: We carry correct length front and rear hoses with proper banjo or threaded fittings for Ford, Chevy, Mopar, and AMC.
Hold Your Ground: Vintage Parking & Emergency Brake Cables
A snapped or frozen parking brake cable isn't just an annoyance—it's an inspection failure and a safety hazard on hills. Moisture enters the cable sheath over decades, rusting the internal wire until it snaps or seizes. At Old Car Parts NW, we stock authentic NORS replacement brake cables to get your emergency brake working again.
Complete Cable Solutions
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Front Cables: Connects the foot pedal or hand lever to the intermediate junction.
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Rear Cables: Connects the intermediate cable to the left and right rear drums.
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Intermediate: The equalizer cable found on many trucks and long-wheelbase cars.
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Fitment: Precise lengths for Ford, Chevy, Mopar, and AMC to ensure proper tension adjustment.
