Goodridge Braided Brake & Fuel Lines

Goodridge Braided Brake & Fuel Lines

Goodridge is a British manufacturer of braided stainless steel brake lines, fuel hoses, and fluid transfer lines that have been a staple of motorsport and performance vehicle builds since 1965, with OEM supply relationships to Formula 1 teams and major production vehicle manufacturers alongside the aftermarket catalog. Braided stainless brake lines replace the factory rubber hoses to eliminate the internal expansion that factory rubber brake lines develop under hard braking, improving pedal firmness and braking response by delivering more of the pedal effort to actual caliper clamping force. Goodridge produces direct-fit brake line kits for virtually every performance car, truck, and motorcycle, as well as custom-length bulk hose in a variety of end fittings for fabricated installations. The brand's presence in OEM supply gives its aftermarket products the same material quality and pressure rating as the hoses used by factory performance programs.

Popular Upgrades

Goodridge direct-fit braided brake line kits for the Mustang, Camaro, WRX/STI, BMW 3-Series, and Porsche 911 are the most popular products, providing a complete set of front and rear replacement brake lines with all necessary fittings for a direct swap installation. Goodridge G-Stop brake line kits for track day and competition use include extended-length lines for vehicles with suspension lift or lowering kits that change the stock line length requirements. Goodridge high-pressure fuel hose and end fittings are the standard for custom fuel system plumbing in turbocharged and high-output engine builds where factory-type fuel hose pressure ratings are insufficient. Goodridge clutch line kits provide the same pedal feel improvement for hydraulic clutch systems that brake lines provide for the brake circuit.

Performance and Handling

The performance improvement from braided stainless brake lines is most noticeable during track use or repeated hard braking from speed, where the cumulative expansion of factory rubber hoses produces a progressively spongier pedal feel as the hoses heat up. At normal street speeds, the improvement may be subtle to a driver not specifically looking for it, but during any performance driving scenario the firmer, more consistent pedal is immediately apparent. Goodridge recommends bleeding the brake system completely after installation to remove any air that entered during the line swap and to ensure fresh brake fluid in the system.

Why should I upgrade to braided stainless brake lines?

Factory rubber brake hoses expand slightly under high braking pressure, absorbing pedal effort that should be going to caliper clamping force and creating a soft, non-linear pedal feel under hard use. Braided stainless lines use a PTFE inner liner surrounded by stainless steel braid that does not expand under pressure, delivering more consistent and firmer pedal feel from light braking through maximum effort. This improvement is particularly pronounced for track day drivers and anyone who has upgraded their brake pads and rotors but has not yet addressed the factory rubber hoses.

Are Goodridge brake lines DOT approved?

Yes, Goodridge G-Stop brake line kits are manufactured to meet FMVSS 106 DOT standards for road use in the United States, and the kits are stamped with the required DOT certification marking. For competition-only applications where DOT certification is not a requirement, Goodridge also produces non-DOT competition-only brake lines in materials optimized purely for performance rather than compliance. Always verify the specific kit's DOT certification if the vehicle is used on public roads, as non-DOT certified brake lines are not legal for highway use.

Why These Parts Fit Right

Every Goodridge brake line kit in this collection is designed with vehicle-specific end fittings and hose lengths for direct installation without modification, covering the full range of common performance vehicles. Fast shipping delivers your brake line upgrade quickly. Expert support is available to confirm the correct Goodridge kit for your vehicle, suspension configuration, and caliper upgrade if applicable.

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