thanks, yes it looks a bit fatter but at least it is relatively generic if it is the same basic stuff in another dia. Interesting about squealing being related to belt and that having a relation to fluid: is that because fluid also lubes wheel of steering pump? not sure if i can imagine from desk
Bore of the hose might not be the same as fuel hose.
Any factors or car parts places that have the hose on a role? That way you can ask/check
Squealing is (hopefully ) the drive belt powering the steering pump, might get better with new fluid.