IDIBRONCO
IDIBRONCO
I bet it wouldn't have passed an inspection either. That is if they look at things like that.
Brake Question
- Thread starter Haulinhorse
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I don't think it would fail being unhooked. It's not a safety issue for the truck technically. That's more of a "you should know better" thing.
You might be surprised what all can pass inspection sometimes
IDIBRONCO
IDIBRONCO
I have no idea. We don't have inspections in Kansas. No emissions tests either. Apparently vehicle exhausts aren't any more dangerous here than cow farts.
haigvan
Registered User
Just throwing this out there, could he be talking about compression fittings on the brake lines- I know those are a no go most places. Cheers.
boxathey
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Compression fittings on brake lines will cause a failed inspection in PA . Happened to me years ago when I didnt know any better
Haulinhorse
Registered User
According to the invoice ( under future work needed) it says compression fittings....so I guess the previous inspection was a lick it and stick it joint....yeeesh. Can these be replaced with another type of fitting or am I looking at a big buck fix?
gandalf
Senior Member
As somebody said earlier, check with your local DMV. They'll be the final authority. At the very least check with several other mechanics.
I really don't see how they could make you change the fitting if they were original equipment, if that's the way the truck came out of the factory. If they can force you to change the fittings, then by the same logic they could force you to update all smog and emissions equipment to current requirements on new vehicles.
I really don't see how they could make you change the fitting if they were original equipment, if that's the way the truck came out of the factory. If they can force you to change the fittings, then by the same logic they could force you to update all smog and emissions equipment to current requirements on new vehicles.
pafixitman
Registered User
Before I got my dually I had a front brake line on a S10 repaired with compression fittings. That was back in early 2000's. Passed PA inspections in York county every year.
I say if you are going to pull a trailer, just replace the brake line and be safe. What part of PA you in?
Haulinhorse
Registered User
I am in the Lewistown/State College area. This truck is only used to haul my living quarter horse trailer. The truck can do the job and it is in excellent condition with a strong frame,no rust and has been a show truck. 149 k original miles and restored. 7.3 idi. the seller wanted my rusted out 2000 F350 with a 7.3 powerstroke and it had 354k miles and a new tranny but the frame was crumbling and deemed unsafe for hauling.So a little extra cash and the trade was made. I sure hope I didn't get *****ed.
boxathey
Full Access Member
A compression fitting can be replaced by changing the brake line or by removing the compression fitting and installing a flared fitting (requires a flaring tool) and a union to replace the compression fitting. Any auto repair place can easily do this should not be that much money as long as the brake lines are decent
haigvan
Registered User
It’s not a terrible job to just flare up a new line and get rid of the fittings all together.
boxathey
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Here is what a brake line compression fitting looks like
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https://www.webstaurantstore.com/ga...QDDUtceUg0cp4XUBJcbIQuhUaooDjGRUaAjdQEALw_wcB
Haulinhorse
Registered User
What do you use to haul your dead quarter horse?
You funny!!!! I use old cowboy boyfriends and now maybe mechanics
Haulinhorse
Registered User
Thanks ,will know more when mechanic gets back in shop tomorrow. Appreciate all the help I am getting here!
