Replacement clutch hose

[andyblackman777]

I have a full length braided clutch hose from SJ. I am in a position now to install it. I was wondering whether to run it through the chassis where the oil and water pipes go, as opposed to externally under the body. The other option would be just to replace the short plastic section from the master cylinder. There is about 300mm of red hose then hardline all the way to the back. I could get a custom braided hose just to replace this, I'm thinking that would be a better option.

Thoughts?

Cheers

Andy 

Ps I'm changing the oil lines and have the engine out so have good access.

[910Esprit]

If the hardline is in good order I'd definitely retain that.  After all there is just another 'plastic' hose inside a braided outer.  FWIW I still have 40 y/o 'red' hose that has never caused me an issue (maybe its gone hard with age!)

[Chillidoggy]

If you’ve already got a new braided hose, then just fit it in place of the old one.

[jonwat]

If the metal pipe fitted at the factory isn't corroded then leave it in place.

[andyblackman777]

Thanks Guys.

The hard line is in good condition so I think I"ll leave it, As Steve says the braided hose is just plastic with braid on the outside. originally when I saw the red hose from the master cylinder I assumed it was longer than 300mm!! Hence my purchase of the braided line some years ago now.