new hose for Avid Elixer 5

trigger118
trigger118 Posts: 191
edited March 2014 in MTB workshop & tech
Hi all,

The hose on my rear Elixer 5 has split so needs to be replaced.

My main question is do I need an avid specific one or can I just buy any MTB hose (that will take Dot 5.1) and reuse the fittings (caliper end, I know I will need a new olive and barb)

Trying to do this on a budget so wanted to spend less that the £35 that wiggle want for an avid specific
http://www.wiggle.com/avid-hydraulic-hose-kit/

Thanks
2010 Norco Shore 2
2007 Commencal MaxMax
2013 Nukeproof Mega AM

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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Yes, lots of generic hoses on ebay, I use one badged as 'Alero' on mine, came with fittings enough for both hoses and was £16.50!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • trigger118
    trigger118 Posts: 191
    Cheers Rookie,

    Am I likely to need new fittings at the caliper end or are they reusable?
    2010 Norco Shore 2
    2007 Commencal MaxMax
    2013 Nukeproof Mega AM
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    You always need a new olive, you sometimes need a new barb (you can cut the OE ones out but mark them with the knife and they may leak).
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • trigger118
    trigger118 Posts: 191
    they are just at the lever end though right? there isn't another at the caliper end?

    I'm unfamiliar with Avid's I'm afraid, the shimanos came with the banjo on the hose already so I just had to put the o-rings on and bolt it in.
    2010 Norco Shore 2
    2007 Commencal MaxMax
    2013 Nukeproof Mega AM

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