Brake Line Leak? Getting Screwed by Dealer?

[JOET/CAMRY]

Originally Posted by Brian R.

Where are the lines you took the picture of? What is above the site of the rust?

Thats a good question Brian R. It looks like HpyGlmore2 posted 4 pics. in his first post and only one pic. is showing up. oh well i'm sure we all get the picture as to whats going on. (no pun intended)

Brake lines usually get rusty and/or have corrosion on them when a car is in it's older years; especially in areas where winters are harsh and road salt is used alot. as long as the break lines are not to badly damaged they can be cleaned up with a wire brush. then load them up real good with wheel bearing grease. it will halt/reduce the rust/corrosion on them and might prevent you from changing them out. I have done this to a few of my cars with good results.

on the other hand if you do decide to clean the rust and/or corrosion off the break lines they might start leaking like hell... then you really opened up a can of worms. "been there done that" sometimes it is best to leave it be and just keep a close eye on it.

good luck with your car.


Regards,
JOET/CAMRY

[RIP]

Catch fire? For your intent and purpose no. Use the cardboard.

[DFBonnett]

No.

It's probably just a small leak from a valve cover gasket which has run down. Keep note of all the fluids and be concerned when one takes a precipitous drop. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.