Which is the correct form of a verb with two subjects? [closed]

In order to replace timing belt two hoses and holding bracket need to be removed.

Or:

In order to replace timing belt two hoses and holding bracket needs to be removed.


Solution 1:

The third person plural of need is 'need'. 'Needs' is used for third person singular.

"two hoses and a holding bracket" is plural, so you would use 'need'.