dnt Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 WELL...my drivers side rear brake line ruptured and my mechanic is in a state of shock as to how to replace the line. He is mumbling something about having to take the transmission out to get at the line...he is taking a Prozac just to settle down. Any advice would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 Find another mechanic that is doesn't need Prozac when confronted by a small problem. If the line ruptured in an inaccessible location have him route the line a different way. He may be wanting to keep the car absolutely stock but to do so at the expense of taking out the transmission is ridiculous in my opinion. If you have a really low mileage show car you might want to keep it 100% stock but otherwise find a new mechanic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-a-n-i-e-l Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 I agree, but I do not recall were the lines cross that clost to the tranny. Guess I will have to look when I change out the Teeves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vincent Vega Posted May 11, 2008 Share Posted May 11, 2008 I doubt a line ruptured up there. Even if it did it is not a big deal. They are very prone to problems in the back near the proportioning valve. Any marginally skilled mechanic with a ISO flaring tool can get you back on the road in less than a day. I have replaced that tangle of rusty lines (brake and fuel)in the back. It's not difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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