Raybestos BH36649 Brake Hydraulic Hose - Front or Front Lower

Raybestos Element3 Brake Hose BH36649

Raybestos Element3 BH36649 is a front brake hydraulic hose built for specific classic Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It uses a female thread SAE fitting on one end, a male thread fitting on the other, and measures 15.400 inches overall for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• Brake hydraulic hose for front brake applications
• Female thread - SAE fitting on end 1
• Male thread fitting on end 2
• 15.400-inch overall hose length
• Raybestos Element3 product line for brake system service
• Cross-references Gates 78092 for the same application

Product Details

The Raybestos Element3 line focuses on brake service parts that match the needs of repair and replacement work. BH36649 is a front brake hose for vehicles including Ford Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Cougar, Mercury Marquis, and Mercury Grand Marquis, along with other listed applications. The BH36649 part number is used across multiple interchange references, making it a practical match when replacing an original front hydraulic hose on the correct vehicle platform.

Compatible With 1972-1979 Ford Thunderbird, front; 1973-1979 Lincoln Continental, front; 1974-1979 Mercury Cougar, front; and 1973-1978 Ford LTD, front. It also fits 1976-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, front, except WER axle, plus 1975 Mercury Grand Marquis, front, with WER axle(s). Additional fitments include 1976-1980 Mercury Monarch, front, 1977-1980 Lincoln Versailles, front, and 1973-1974 Mercury Colony Park, front.

Common Replacement Uses

• Replacing a leaking or cracked front brake hose
• Restoring proper hydraulic fluid transfer to the front brakes
• Addressing soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel caused by hose wear
• Correcting brake line service needs on classic Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles
• Matching an original-style hose connection layout during brake repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify end fittings, hose length, and vehicle-specific notes before installation. This hose uses a female thread SAE fitting on one end and a male thread fitting on the other, so confirm the original routing and connection style on the vehicle. For fitment accuracy, check the exact model year and any axle-related notes, especially on Mercury Grand Marquis applications. The BH36649 part number should be matched to the front position only.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos Element3 brake components are built for brake system replacement work with application-specific fitment. This part cross-references Gates 78092 for the same application. No warranty information was provided in the product data.