My MY97 has just failed on corroded rear brake pipes. I have had it up on a ramp and have had the problem pointed out to me. Where the pipes meet the flexi bit the pipes are corroded on the "wrong side" of the joint. i.e. the main pipe bit.
Now these appear to go over the rear subframe and fuel tank as you look from underneath. Can anyone shed any light on this and how much it may cost to repair (any offers ??) What the garage told me was scary on the Labour side of things especially as Christmas is next week.

Any help appreciated.

It shouldn't be a huge amount of work. I had the pipes replaced on my Mk2 golf, and it was around £100 if I remember correctly (including pipes). Find a smaller, independant garage to quote you.

Dave
(Nope, I'm not volunteering - sorry !)

Depending on how far you are from Dundee, try Kevin Pirie opposite Matalan, they seem to be reasonably priced and do a good job.

If you do go solo, then I'll watch and make T for you if you like... Not technically/mechanically minded in the slightest unfortunately mate! :rolleyes: :)

Cheers,
Grant

Ok thanks Dave

Grant if I do try it myself I will give you a call for moral support ;)

Any other ideas / offers ??

When i stripped my leggy the pipes were well fitted im just glad i never had to change them :D

Thanks mate :(

i wouldnt do something as critical as brakes on the cheap.

bummer that it costs - but id get it done professionally :)

good luck!

The handbrake is a mechanical link if all else fails isn't it ???
;)

Ian..

Usually easier just to let the car in front stop you at the lights.

:D

Car in front ?? never happens mate ;)

Right enough...
Wagon Power rules ! :D :D

HOw much you been quoted for the pipes ? If you dont mind me asking ?

Its the labour that is scary - The garage that did the MOT (local one) reckoned they would do it in 1 day !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
8 hours @ £30 per hour ??? + VAT + Parts. I am hoping someone else can shed some light on this and tell me it shouldn't take this long.

Ian. You should try Davie Buick in Alyth for a quote on the price he should be able to do it cheeper,and he is a good mate of mine.

Ian,

I`ll see if i can get you sorted out at the right price m8 ;)
And real soon :)

Pete

Ian,

YHM bud ;)

Pete

Who sold you the hunk of $h!t ?
Take it back and demand a refund !!

:p;)