Keep a firm, responsive brake pedal and reliable fluid delivery to the wheel with the Dorman - First Stop Brake Hydraulic Hose H38590. This flexible hose carries pressurized brake fluid from the rigid brake line to the caliper while flexing with steering and suspension movement, and it installs as a direct-fit replacement for the front-left position on the 1988 Dodge Dakota (All).
- Durable construction: built with EPDM rubber and specially coated, corrosion-resistant fittings.
- Application-specific fit: made to precise measurements for the front-left position, so it drops in like the original for easy installation.
- Fitting detail: a banjo fitting on one end and a female fitting on the other, both in treated steel (End 2 inside diameter 3/8 in-24).
- What's included: ships with gaskets and a stamped steel bracket; mounting hardware is not included, so consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether they may be reused.
Materials are tested to government-regulated safety and durability standards, and the hose is DOT approved. If a cracked, bulging, leaking, or internally restricted hose is behind a soft or spongy pedal, this replaces it. Overall length 21.63 in. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: 18J608 · 87-40037 · 8740037 · B917440 · 610676 · HB-87037 · HB87037 · 78087 · 150.67037 · 4383845 · BH178087 · 4538590 · BH38590 · 2203467 · BH118081 · F118081 · Manufacturer part number H38590
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicle and position does this brake hose fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the front-left position on the 1988 Dodge Dakota (All). Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm fitment for your vehicle.
What is the H38590 brake hose made of?
It uses an EPDM rubber hose with a rubber outer sleeve and specially coated, corrosion-resistant treated steel fittings—a banjo fitting on one end and a female fitting on the other.
Are gaskets, a bracket, or mounting hardware included?
It ships with gaskets and a stamped steel bracket. Mounting hardware is not included; consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether they may be reused.
What are signs a brake hydraulic hose may need replacing?
Common signs include cracking, bulging, or leaking, plus a soft or spongy pedal from internal restriction. Diagnose the cause before replacing, as other brake parts can produce similar symptoms.
Is this hose DOT approved?
Yes. It is DOT approved, and its materials are tested to government-regulated safety and durability standards. Overall length is 21.63 in.
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