I had the same problem when putting together my 1 Ton. The old hose which was ancient was tighter than a guitar string! Since I was running all new steel lines I made the change there to allow the rubber line to fit. I believe I bent the bracket some.

1951 GMC 1 Ton Flatbed -- It is finally on the road and what a great time I have driving it!
1951 1 Ton Completed

My Chevy Master 4 Door is on the Road!