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Which SRAM Hydraulic Brake hose kit do you need? Hydraulic Brake Hoses are specific to your brake system and utilize different mounting styles depending on the groupset that you are using. Proper identification is crucial for the correct function and performance of your brakes.
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Often when you purchase a new set of SRAM brakes the hoses are too long an need to be shortened. Or you may need to route the rear brake hose through a frame...
Cut the hose to install a new barb and compression fitting. ⚠ ⚠ WARNI NG All SRAM brakes that use a compression fitting and hose barb must use a new SJ (Stealth-a-majig) hose barb and a new, red SJ compression fitting upon reassembly.
Cutting the hose introduces air into the brake system. You must bleed the brakes to ensure optimal braking performance. A small amount of DOT brake fluid may drip from the hose when it is cut, this is normal.
The install was fairly easy, just watched a couple of video's how to cut the lines and install guide brakes using the new SRAM thing a ma jig. Make sure you use the right fluid Dot 4 or 5.1. Super easy if you have a bleed kit handy as well otherwise I would suggest taking your bike to the local bike shop to get it done.
Pros: Good lever feel; easy to integrate cleanly onto the bar. Cons: Top-end stopping power isn’t quite there; overshadowed by SRAN's Code brake. SRAM's G2 brake is the updated...
