Raybestos BH38551 Brake Hydraulic Hose - Front

Raybestos Element3 Brake Hydraulic Hose BH38551

The Raybestos Element3 BH38551 is a front brake hydraulic hose built for specific BMW applications. It is a direct-fit replacement with a 17.700-inch overall length, female thread ISO fitting on one end, and male thread fitting on the other.

Use this hose when servicing front brake hydraulic lines on select BMW 528e, 533i, 524td, 535i, 535is, 635CSi, and M6 models. The Raybestos BH38551 is engineered for the Element3 product line and is listed for front-position fitment only.

Key Features

• Brake hydraulic hose for front brake line service
• Overall length: 17.700 inches
• End 1 fitting: Female Thread - ISO
• End 2 fitting: Male Thread
• No gasket or seal included
• Raybestos Element3 product line
• Part number: BH38551

Fitment Details

• Fits 1982-1988 BMW 528e, front
• Fits 1983-1984 BMW 533i, front
• Fits 1985-1986 BMW 524td, front
• Fits 1985-1988 BMW 535i, front
• Fits 1985-1988 BMW 635CSi, front
• Fits 1987-1988 BMW M6, front
• Fits 1988 BMW 535is, front

Detailed Description

Raybestos BH38551 is a front brake hydraulic hose for select BMW models, including the 1982-1988 BMW 528e, 1985-1988 BMW 535i, and 1985-1988 BMW 635CSi. It also fits the 1983-1984 BMW 533i, 1985-1986 BMW 524td, 1987-1988 BMW M6, and 1988 BMW 535is. This hose is specified with ISO female threading on one end, male threading on the other, and a 17.700-inch overall length for the listed front applications.

The Element3 line identifies this hose as part of Raybestos’ brake-focused product range for service and replacement work. If you are replacing a worn or leaking front brake hose on a BMW 528e, 535i, or related chassis, BH38551 provides the listed connection style and length needed for the application. This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop H38551 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Cracked or aging front brake hose material
• Brake fluid seepage at the hose connection points
• Soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel caused by hose deterioration
• Restricted brake fluid flow from an internally damaged hose
• Service replacement for front brake line maintenance on listed BMW models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the hose length, thread type, and front-position routing before installation. Inspect the mating brake line, hard line flare, and connection surfaces for wear or corrosion before attaching the new hose. After installation, bleed the brake system according to the vehicle service procedure and verify there are no leaks at either end of the hose.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos Element3 brake components are built for brake service applications and cataloged with application-specific fitment data. Verify the part number BH38551 against your vehicle’s front brake hose requirements before ordering.