Russell 685680 Stainless Braided Hydraulic Clutch Hose Kit 2004-2006 Mazda RX-8

Vehicle Fitment

• 2004-2006 Mazda RX-8 (All Trims, 1.3L Rotary R2)

Fitment Notes

• Direct bolt-on replacement for the factory hydraulic clutch line - no modification required
• Complete ready-to-install kit - includes all hoses needed to replace the factory clutch line
• Street legal in all 50 states

Features

• PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) inner liner will not deteriorate from clutch fluid - outlasts factory rubber lines significantly
• Stainless steel outer braid eliminates hydraulic hose expansion common to OE rubber lines - delivers a firmer, more consistent clutch pedal feel
• Permanently crimped hose ends with Endura corrosion-resistant finish for long-term, leak-free reliability
• Firmer clutch engagement improves driver feedback and pedal modulation - particularly noticeable in the RX-8's rev-happy rotary application
• Compatible with any DOT-approved hydraulic brake or clutch fluid
• Street legal in all 50 states

Specifications

• Part Number: 685680
• Brand: Russell Performance
• Hose Inner Liner: PTFE (Teflon)
• Hose Outer Braid: Stainless steel
• Hose Ends: Permanently crimped, Endura finish
• Application: Hydraulic clutch line replacement
• Street Legal: Yes - all 50 states

Included Components

• 1x Stainless steel braided PTFE hydraulic clutch hose kit (pre-fit for 2004-2006 Mazda RX-8)

Product Description

The Russell 685680 is a stainless steel braided hydraulic clutch hose kit engineered as a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory rubber clutch line on 2004-2006 Mazda RX-8 models equipped with the 1.3L rotary R2 engine. The RX-8's high-revving rotary character rewards precise clutch control, and the factory rubber clutch line's tendency to expand under hydraulic pressure softens and blurs the pedal feel over time. This Russell kit eliminates that expansion with a PTFE-lined, stainless steel braided assembly that maintains consistent internal diameter under pressure - resulting in a noticeably firmer, more direct clutch pedal.

The PTFE inner liner is chemically inert and will not degrade from contact with clutch fluid, while the stainless steel outer braid provides superior abrasion and corrosion resistance compared to the OE rubber hose. Permanently crimped hose ends with Russell's Endura corrosion-resistant finish ensure a secure, long-lasting connection at both ends of the clutch line. Street legal in all 50 states, the 685680 is equally at home on the street, autocross course, or track. Sold as a complete ready-to-install kit.