{"product_id":"goodridge-10-90-98-bmw-325-328-brake-lines","title":"Goodridge Stainless Steel Braided Brake Line Kit – Oct 1990-1998 BMW 325 \/ 328 (E36) | PTFE Inner \/ SS Braid (31003)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eGoodridge Stainless Steel Braided Brake Line Kit – October 1990–1998 BMW 325 \/ 328 (E36) | PTFE Inner \/ Stainless Steel Outer Braid\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Goodridge Stainless Steel Braided Brake Line Kit for the October 1990–1998 BMW 325 and 328 (E36) is a complete brake line kit that replaces the factory rubber brake hoses with Goodridge's stainless steel braided lines — featuring a PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) inner liner and stainless steel outer braid that eliminates the spongy pedal feel caused by rubber hose expansion under braking pressure, delivering greater braking efficiency, more consistent pedal feel, and superior resistance to abrasion and corrosion. Goodridge is one of the most respected performance brake line brands in the world — a UK brand with decades of motorsport and performance aftermarket experience supplying stainless braided brake lines for a wide range of performance vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTFE inner liner — polytetrafluoroethylene inner liner provides a smooth, non-reactive bore for brake fluid — PTFE does not absorb moisture like rubber, does not degrade from brake fluid contact, and provides a consistent bore diameter that does not expand under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel outer braid — stainless steel braided outer sleeve provides superior resistance to abrasion, corrosion, and physical damage compared to rubber hoses — the braid also prevents the hose from expanding under braking pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates spongy pedal feel — the defining benefit of stainless braided brake lines — rubber hoses expand slightly under braking pressure, absorbing pedal travel and creating a spongy, imprecise pedal feel. The stainless braid prevents this expansion, delivering a firmer, more direct, more consistent pedal feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater braking efficiency — more consistent brake fluid pressure delivery to the calipers — the braking force applied at the pedal is transmitted more directly to the calipers without the energy loss of rubber hose expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior abrasion and corrosion resistance — stainless steel braid and PTFE inner resist the abrasion, UV exposure, and corrosion that degrade rubber hoses over time — a longer-lasting solution than the factory rubber hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE36 BMW 325\/328 specific — engineered for the October 1990–1998 BMW 325 and 328 E36 — correct hose lengths, end fittings, and routing for the E36's brake system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoodridge quality — manufactured by Goodridge, one of the most respected performance brake line brands in the world with decades of motorsport and performance aftermarket experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy Upgrade the E36's Brake Lines?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRubber Hose Expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory rubber brake hoses on the E36 BMW expand slightly under the hydraulic pressure generated during braking — this expansion absorbs pedal travel and creates the characteristic spongy pedal feel that affects rubber-hosed brake systems under hard braking. On a 30+ year old E36, the factory rubber hoses have also been subjected to decades of heat cycling, UV exposure, and brake fluid absorption — further degrading their performance and increasing the risk of hose failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Braid Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodridge's stainless steel braid prevents the hose from expanding under braking pressure — all pedal travel is converted directly into brake fluid pressure at the calipers, not absorbed by hose expansion. The result is a firmer, more direct, more consistent pedal feel that gives the driver more precise control over braking force — particularly under the repeated hard braking of track day and performance driving conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrack and Performance Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e For E36 owners who use their car on track or in autocross, stainless braided brake lines are a fundamental safety and performance upgrade — the consistent pedal feel and improved braking efficiency they provide are particularly valuable under the repeated hard braking of track conditions where rubber hoses heat-cycle and expand progressively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the street, Goodridge stainless lines provide a more confidence-inspiring pedal feel and eliminate the concern of aged rubber hose failure — a meaningful safety upgrade for any E36 that is driven with purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e GRI31003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 633694000430\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e PTFE inner liner \/ stainless steel outer braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 1990–1998 BMW 325 \/ 328 — E36 chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 lbs (shipping weight — brake lines only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFitment Information:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 1990–1998 BMW 325 — E36 chassis (325i, 325is, 325iC, 325iX)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 1990–1998 BMW 328 — E36 chassis (328i, 328iC, 328is)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify fitment for your specific E36 model year, body style, and brake system configuration before ordering — confirm that GRI31003 is the correct brake line kit for your specific E36 325\/328 variant. The E36 was produced in multiple body styles (sedan, coupe, convertible, touring) and some variants may have different brake line routing requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional installation by an experienced brake system specialist strongly recommended — brake line replacement is a safety-critical procedure that requires correct fitting installation, correct torque specifications, correct brake system bleeding, and verification of correct brake system function before driving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoodridge stainless steel braided brake line kit — October 1990–1998 BMW 325\/328 E36 (GRI31003)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefer to Goodridge's product documentation for the complete list of lines included in the kit and their routing locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional installation by an experienced brake system specialist strongly recommended — brake line replacement is a safety-critical procedure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleed the brake system completely after installation — any air in the brake system after line replacement will cause a spongy pedal and reduced braking performance. A complete brake system bleed is required before driving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect all brake system components (calipers, brake pads, rotors, master cylinder, ABS unit) before installation — a brake line replacement is the correct time to address any other worn or degraded brake system components on a 30+ year old E36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque all brake line fittings to the correct specification — under-torqued brake fittings will leak under braking pressure. Over-torqued fittings can damage the fitting seat and cause leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify correct brake system function — firm pedal, correct pedal travel, no leaks at any fitting — before driving the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the correct brake fluid specification for the E36's brake system — verify the correct DOT rating and fluid type before bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy Goodridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoodridge is one of the most respected performance brake line brands in the world — a UK brand with decades of motorsport and performance aftermarket experience supplying stainless braided brake and clutch lines for a wide range of performance vehicles, race cars, and motorcycles. Goodridge's stainless braided lines are trusted by professional racing teams and serious performance drivers who demand reliable, correctly-engineered brake lines under the most demanding conditions. For E36 BMW 325\/328 owners who want a quality stainless braided brake line upgrade from a brand with proven motorsport brake line credentials, Goodridge is the correct choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOctober 1990–1998 BMW 325\/328 (E36) owners who want to upgrade the factory rubber brake hoses to Goodridge stainless steel braided lines for a firmer, more direct pedal feel and improved braking efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE36 track day and autocross builds where stainless braided brake lines are a fundamental safety and performance upgrade for consistent pedal feel under repeated hard braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE36 owners replacing aged factory rubber brake hoses where the risk of hose degradation and failure makes a quality stainless braided replacement the correct safety upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE36 restoration and performance builds where Goodridge stainless lines are the correct brake line upgrade alongside caliper rebuilds, pad upgrades, and rotor replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safety-critical component — professional installation strongly recommended. Complete brake system bleed required after installation. Verify correct brake system function before driving. Torque all fittings to specification. Inspect all brake system components before installation. Verify fitment for your specific E36 body style and brake system configuration before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50791070269607,"sku":"GRI31003","price":191.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/8344\/1063\/files\/6625ac08-83b1-439a-ae45-3c561c2359c2-800_58035618-aba5-4ffd-923b-57b903da0244.jpg?v=1780688028","url":"https:\/\/www.straightsiximports.com\/en-us\/products\/goodridge-10-90-98-bmw-325-328-brake-lines","provider":"Straight Six Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}