scoobylav

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.

kart_man

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 !)

RS Grant

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!

Cheers,
Grant

scoobylav

Ok thanks Dave

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

Any other ideas / offers ??

pugoetru

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

scoobylav

Thanks mate

SCOSaltire

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

bummer that it costs - but id get it done professionally

good luck!

scoobylav

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

Johnny50

Ian..

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

scoobylav

Car in front ?? never happens mate

Johnny50

Right enough...
Wagon Power rules !

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

scoobylav

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.

wee Davie

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.

teknopete

Ian,

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

Pete

teknopete

Ian,

YHM bud

Pete

PG

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