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Honestly, the guy in the video seems like a good guy so people want to come to his defense I guess. The fact that a compression fitting was used at some point and is "still working" doesnt make it right or legal. Brakes hold pressure and if you need to SLAM your brakes on thats when they will probably fail because the compression fittings cant take the pressure. If you dont think thats true, read the package on compression fitting packaging and it says do not use on brake lines. So believe what you want and I know there are many people doing this but it isnt safe. Do some research before you attack this comment but then dont let facts stand in the way of a good argument. People are only pointing out its wrong to save someone from being hurt. The rest of the video was great.
Thanks bro you’re a good guy exactly the compression fittings may fail if you really slammed the brakes but these lines that we paid went to the rear drum brakes which don’t require or take much pressure put on a new modern, like a BMW and has amazing breaks if you slam them they may fail
Yeah it’s not legal to do a lot of stuff people do a lot of illegal stuff spinning want to relax stop signs passes. And flashlights on the school bus when it’s time few to go it’s time few to go if you’re not a part of question fins on the right way which I will with everybody not to miss video is only half of the people that know how to paint those question from the right way over timing them will make them fail on the timing them will make them fill him in Fleming lines can fill the best thing to do if you have brand new lines from the dealer do it but if it was just a quick fix just a quick fix for those haters out there thank of negative comments
It’s not legal to have those Sunday drivers out every weekend causing traffic also I’m accidents so you know what I’m not complaining about your comment but anything and fell when you’re driving anything where time is to go at a time is to go within that was just a quick fix video
This guy is showing you the right way to do it and save some money and it works. I needed a brake line that didn't cost but six bucks that's, five feet a couple of compression unions a few dollars more and a cutter that cost 3.99. I spent about 15 bucks took me 20 minutes.
This is a relatively easy TEMPORARY fix that I've done before. I just want to stress that these compression fittings should in no way be trusted. Brake line repairs are flared and connected with fittings that utalize those flares to keep the high pressure of applying brakes suddenly from blowing the fitting off the repair you made. These fittings are not rated for a high enough psi to withstand that pressure. get yourself a flaring tool or find someone who does.
@@salvation4all313 I bought 4 at 10 bucks a pop and it says on the package but not in the add "not recommended for brake lines. I went the best route and made double flares instead. I'm confident they would hold but they might leak.
I remember I did this on a line and then did a little more research and found out that it’s not legal on brake lines, on top of the fact that it leak the 4 times I put it together, so I ended up renting the flare tool from Autozone and first try she was dry as a bone.. FIRST SHOT!! Do it right
Thanks for the clear, concise video. So many other car repair videos are poorly made and want to drain your life away. This one was perfect! No wasted time.
They say it's a NO NO! but i have used these on rear brake lines in my younger daring days. I will never attempt on front line. But now I will never do it!
Your training instructor is probably correct. This is just a temporary fix, I'm assumimg. If you read on, that's illegal. I need my break line fixed the correct and legal way.
The tiny copper ring is called a "ferrule." While you're tightening the flare nut you have to MAKE SURE that the tubing doesnt slide backnout of the ferrule otherwise the flare nut won't compress the ferrule onto the tubing.
If you read the fine print on the compression fitting packaging it will say "not for use on brake lines". jcv1995 is 100% correct. Not meant for brakes and could easily blow apart in a hard braking situation. You're rolling the dice every time you take that car out but that's your call. Get a double flare / bubble flare tool and the correct fittings and repair it the right way.
You got lucky buddy. The compression fittings fail when a driver stomps the brakes in an emergency. That’s why they are illegal. Do the repair right. Your wife’s life on the line
My mechanic used compression fittings for my brake line repair. The other day, I almost had an accident and had to slam my brakes. My brakes blew. Don't use compression fittings on brakes. They will fail in these types of situations.
Ah, yes! How this guy is repairing brake lines with commmon plumbing compression fittings is *_dangerous!_* Brake lines need the proper flare fittings with the ends of the tubing properly flared! Do NOT do what this guy is doing.
look thanks for telling me and my buddy about taking screw off the lines we were trying to by pass it and go around because we could really get our hand threw to get to the other clamp but we realized we had to undo that bolt that hold five lines and then have access to other line on a clamp connected to mastercylinder..because my brake reservoir is empty and couldnt find leak till we looked exactly under the car..i have a 2002 buick century...thank u i thought it was helpful....thank u for ur time and video..
the mechanic says that this type of line adapter isnt right, because in an emergency this type line connector isnt safe. they recomend using the other line connector.line union. i love to use these too, but was warned not to use this type, its even labeled on the box. FYI..BESIDES THIS GOOD JOB.
I done it more than a dozen times on cars and everybody is still alive forget about the hype don't listen to the height it's a Market bulshit Union Union Center Market b******* I told you everyone still alive.
@@artysgarage6907 Dude... Its literally illegal to install compression fittings on brake lines! You live in NY its listed all over package labels and on the NYSI regulations. The fact that you've done this to numerous vehicles before is very scary. A compression fitting only crimps down the lines it needs flares to prevent blowing out.
How do you flare a line under a vehicle attached to the vehicle in a tight spot? Best just to pull the entire line from the distribution blocks if you can get them out of course
I thought those were illegal and dangerous to use ? I have used them in the past and now use the correct unions for the brake lines..🤔 maybe no one told him , never the less nice job 👍🏼
Blanca Garcia Thank you I put one on my wife’s car and it’s been on for 6 yrs I don’t know why these guys are going crazy about this I wouldn’t put one on a bus or truck but I’ve been using them for over 25yrs I have no problem yet
arty it only takes one to fail and if your doing this type of repair and someone get hurt or dead you will be the one their family will take to the cleaners. If don't have it they will get a huge judgement against you so you will never have either
Arty's Garage I've been the lead tech in an auto body shop for a few decades. We also specialized in salvage rebuilds, licensed by the state. Every time we had totalled car come in we took a good look all around and under it. The majority of the worst ones, where there were stains from blood and guts on the dash, steering column and seat, almost all had brake jobs done with these awful compression fittings. You have not had any complaints, because your customers are likely dead. The dead don't call customer service. I've also been hired as an expert in court cases for major car accidents on behalf of insurance companies. If the car that caused the accident had compression fittings on the brake lines, all insurance claims were denied. In some of those cases, the person at fault was charged with manslaughter. If you have a legitimate shop, your insurance carrier will drop you if they know you are doing this. A spool of brake line 20 feet or better costs less than $30, a basic yet effective double flaring tool can be had for the same cost or less. There are lots of sources for learning how to use those tools correctly too. There is ZERO excuse to continue this deadly practice! Just because you haven't seen one fail means nothing. Compression fittings are designed to handle WATER at an average pressure of 30-50 pounds, max pressure of 150 pounds. A car that uses BRAKE FLUID, aka hydraulic fluid, has a normal pressure on a gradual stop of about 1500 pounds, and a panic stop will easily see 5000 pounds of pressure. No excuses for this!
@@artysgarage6907 Been researching. Why not just upgrade to steel compression/union which are rated at 5000lb? They are stocked at auto parts stores and cost about $8 each.
Peshewa diy you helped me DECIDE WHAT I NEED TO DO. Can you Please please help me. My brake light is on - after I filled ALL Fluids just yesterday also I know absolutely nothing about brakes why would a brake light come on last then eight hours after I filled every single needed thing under the hood I’ve only had the car for one day and this is happening and I will not drive it nor do I have the money or the mental capacity to think about this upset nor do I have an knowledgeable mechanic just some backyard guy that says all I need to do is bleed the brake line I don’t know about you but I know I don’t feel safe with this dude telling me it’s a easy fix please please text me back ASAP because now it’s just sitting there after I did everything humanly knowledgeable to get it ready to be drivable and now the big bright RED BRAKE LITE ON ! And it won’t go off again I don’t know anybody and I sure don’t have thousands of dollars to put into a 15-year-old car that I just have had for only two days can you help me figure this out and direct me into a safe way to drive this car thank you so much I am near his steric tears and yet I can’t get an answer from ANYONE.
I told agree with you compression fittings if you’re not done by someone that is very professional and they will blow you got to tighten them at the right amount of pressure if they can flare out perfectly and not for someone to do that never did them before number to flaming lines is the right way yes but you can have an ordinary person nonetheless even a beat Mechanic perform this job I need a mechanic that that’s done it more than once unions are the best way to go other than that anything you going to call anything to blow at any time I’ll break like to go a matter something and go anything in gold and anything can happen to anybody when the time is to go the time is to go thank you for your response OK if you see my description I wrote it a quick trip Quickfix happy holidays to everybody thank you for your response God bless everybody in the family happy holidays to everybody again
My mechanic used compression fittings for my brake line repair. The other day, I almost had an accident and had to slam my brakes. My brakes blew. Don't use compression fittings on brakes. They will fail in these types of situations.
Compression fittings yes do fail for the inexperienced mechanic performing the repair due to the fact they have to be tightened to the correct torque which is hard to predict for the inexperienced person performane the repair
Hi this is exactly what i need to do... i have a bad line that leaks do to rust like this... Its a 2001 chevy silverado... any idea what size fittings i need to buy??? are they all the same??? i am 62 and i never had any lines ever fail before,so of coarse i never had to fix... thanks for the great video...
Nice I was hoping I can do this with my 95 suburban, it’s pissing brake fluid from one of the rear lines above and just beyond the left rear tire. It’s pouring out! Lol so now I need to go get a compression union, I’m glad I won’t need to use flare fittings, I don’t have a small floating tool lol
Nice video Arty's Garage.. So you need to use a copper fitting on these brake lines? As well,you basically attached the new line to both ends of the cut line using these fittings. A box should have 4 fittings...I have to try this on my Acura.
Compression joints are illegal in many states including Massachusetts. Though an easy fix, they are not designed to take the pressure in braking. Check with your state for information.
Jeremy knight in a repair shop yes I flared lines n installed unions also I double flared lines as needed Ive done it on school buses N trucks but this is for the rookies out there quick fix hello
Hey I did it kn my wife’s car 8 years ago and she still alive Its my top video on my RUclips page And all the thumbs down with the mechanics why are they watching my video if they don’t have to do it the haters out there it’s good to show love love is good love is God I’ve done thousands of them never had a problem never God bless have a good one
Compression fittings are not rated for hydraulic brake lines, says so on the packaging, brake lines must be double flared, and steel fittings should be used.
Never use brass compression fittings on brakes. Brass is designed to hold the pressures of gas (as in natural gas) lines and are rated at 500 psi or less. The pressure of brake lines as measured at the caliper is approximately 2000 psi. Using brass is very dangerous and illegal in some states. If you're going to use compression fittings, use stainless steel fittings that are rated at 20,000 psi. Brake lines themselves are rated at 18,000 psi at least.
+Arty's Garage most people don't know to look for copper nickel. Still the point really is, pay attention to the construction and psi rating of fittings on brake lines. m.hydraulicspneumatics.com/fittings-amp-couplings/it-s-material-world
You have to flare both ends with a flaring tool. You then use a joiner for flared ends. Compression fittings are not 100% reliable by design. Doesn't matter what they're made of. If your cheap return the flaring tool when your done
I've always wondered why the hell brake lines are not factory standard stainless steel? Considering the safety issue here, I would think this would just be common sense. I lost a brake line once while driving almost smashed the the guy in front of me, scared the crap out of me.
I was a manager at NAPA auto parts for 15 years, DO NOT ever use these compression fittings on brake lines. They are not made for this, and are dangerous. It is also illegal. To repair this correctly get a couple of flare nuts, a flaring tool, and a new section of line with the proper fittings. Again DO NOT! used compression fittings to repair brake lines.
Okay someone like you should know a little bit better it's nothing but a market rumor that you need to put Union fittings and whatever I did it over a dozen times I was trained by Master Mechanic what it came out of a text they showed me and they told me they did it forever and ever had a problem and if everyone still alive I tell you it's a market bulshit to start selling Union lines hello tell me you never told compression fittings like I said everyone is still alive anything to break into your blow when it's time for you to go it's time for you to go hello if you have an anger issue take it off with love you have a good end of the year God bless you
great vid which shows EXACT way to install to a brake line compression fitting. Otherwise u lose half a day like I did. Any1 know if more expensive comp fitting will make em work better than cheaper? Or r they all basically the same?
Hey arty ty for the vehicle identification number I almost wrecked it with my 28 week old pregnant wife on the freeway the line busted exactly like juan Ramirez said happened to his truck when he experimented with his 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT weird huh TAG ur it!!!!
This is by no means to be considered a permanent fix. The compression fittings are not supposed to be used on brake line primarily because brake lines are double walled and required an inverted flare type fitting. The typical working pressure of a 1/4 inch compression fitting is less than 1/3rd that of flared connections. Arty FTR if you don't provide a disclaimer in your video you could find yourself in some serious legal hot water if a line fixed by this method bursts and someones dies as a result of this instructional video.
Steve Rzucidlo Just to let you know this is a temporary fix I collect the month to month three months a year it’s just a quick fix quick tip but I would use steel lines with steel fittings industrial-strength fittings they don’t want to great if you gonna be wasting your car slamming the brakes the block but if you drive normal they could last you a lifetime believe me I still have mine on since the video
I really wish I had space and tools. I have spent so much money lately on my 05 Sportage bringing it to the garage that I am going to have to live off Ramen noodles for the next few months.
Well my problem was just my caliper was old. My car has 180,000 mile and the gaskets wore out so I just replace the caliper and rotors. My brake lines weren’t even rusted so it worked out.
I know the feeling, we are lucky to have a few backyard mechanics to utilize, they are just as experienced as a licensed mechanic, seen one guy do an engine replacement, having a problem similar to this, the guy I went to see asked what was going on, I told him and he said right away probably a leak in the brake line, still waiting on him to check it out and repair it, I don't have the tools really.
What does flaring a line mean I hear that a lot and I think I even saw a person using a special tool to flare however you didnt use it can you tell me what that means?
+zaslvd 97 PP people usually flare lines on the gas lines. Where pressure fittings are not used this helps ensure a leakproof seal Google flaring if you need more help thanks
I've done this on a fuel line but wouldn't do this on a brake line even temporarily unless you're yard driving something or leaving it parked and need to stop a leak from ruining the driveway or something. Brake pressure is nothing to play with and could blow one of these out pretty easily
Arty's Garage I've been the lead tech in an auto body shop for a few decades. We also specialized in salvage rebuilds, licensed by the state. Every time we had totalled car come in we took a good look all around and under it. The majority of the worst ones, where there were stains from blood and guts on the dash, steering column and seat, almost all had brake jobs done with these awful compression fittings. You have not had any complaints, because your customers are likely dead. The dead don't call customer service. I've also been hired as an expert in court cases for major car accidents on behalf of insurance companies. If the car that caused the accident had compression fittings on the brake lines, all insurance claims were denied. In some of those cases, the person at fault was charged with manslaughter. If you have a legitimate shop, your insurance carrier will drop you if they know you are doing this. A spool of brake line 20 feet or better costs less than $30, a basic yet effective double flaring tool can be had for the same cost or less. There are lots of sources for learning how to use those tools correctly too. There is ZERO excuse to continue this deadly practice! Just because you haven't seen one fail means nothing. Compression fittings are designed to handle WATER at an average pressure of 30-50 pounds, max pressure of 150 pounds. A car that uses BRAKE FLUID, aka hydraulic fluid, has a normal pressure on a gradual stop of about 1500 pounds, and a panic stop will easily see 5000 pounds of pressure. No excuses for this!
Quick question. I have a 1998 box truck e350. I replaced the rear steel brake line and when trying to reconnect the flare nut (the one on the brake drum) It will not thread anymore. I tried a new nut and the old one it used to have but no matter what I try It will not engage on the threads. is there a trick to this or something? should I lubricate it with brake fluid?
All good procedure except DON'T use common compression fittings. I haven't read all the comments but I'm sure the consensus by all real mechanics, automotive engineers and Automotive manufacturers is that flare fittings are right, compies are wrong. My 2 cents worth as a mechanical engineer and rust car owner. Also a rock and ice climber...so i know about keeping risk out.
No Just the alcohol without ABS thanks to hold a lot longer with compression fittings haven’t seen one blowout yet even on ABS brakes are the people did just that some people just don’t know how to snuggle them and tighten them just the right amount that’s why they’re dangerous due to inexperience people installing them
I would never ever use compression fittings on a system with 2000psi, Enough to cut your body parts in half! And rely on a compression fitting. Pennsylvania this is illegal for a good reason. Replace the entire lines!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bend them back, If you cant get them precise at least get them close. they dont have to be OEM precise as long as you can ensure they are free not rubbing on anything and not in any crunch points in the suspension.
Not quite sure but I just got a fit over the line he might have to use a file to get it and help it go over because a lot of times it’s contamination with rust n residue I just file it just a little bit even a nail file Steal one from your wife wife good luck
Hi Arty, if the brake fluid were to completely leak out and you were to lose 100% of the braking power, can you still use the e-brake or does that rely on brake fluid too? Maybe it depends on the model of the car? Thanks
No e break is a completely separate system it’s mechanical you are actually pulling the mechanism in place with no booster just lever and pull action. That being said 40 is % of older vehicles are driving around without working e breaks no one tests them on inspections and repair is pricy as hell and most people can’t cough up the first set of repairs let alone another few hundred especially if they are driving Al older vehicle.
This fix might well get someone killed and / or the repairman sued. Flare the lines and repair properly. No compression fittings should be used on brakes.
I had a friend that said he knew how to put the entry brake line And took all one side of the line drive side and now he dont know how to put them back on ,could u please help me how to put the lines on a 2000 dodge Dakota
Hey art I need some help my rear brake line got a small leak do I have to replace the whole line or is there something I can do to do a quick fix I have a 1998 2wd Chevy Tahoe
Like others have already stated: THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS REPAIR!!! Brass compression unions like the one featured in this video are made for LOW PRESSURE WATER applications with SOFT COPPER or PLASTIC TUBING -- where PRESSURES WON'T EXCEED 150 - 200 PSI ! Automotive hydraulic brake lines frequently see pressures upwards of 1500 PSI, which is more than enough to make the brake lines pull right out of the compression fittings... One hard brake application is all it would take. :-(
+RWP RWP it's a compromise i issue on your other hand you are absolutely right their illegal in many states but brake failure is only 5% Of all accidents today on the road besides just a temporary fix on my personal car I'm gonna post a video in cards to show everyone how to repair brake lines The Safeway using Single flare and double flair brake lines thanks for your comment
Arty's Garage the reason why I brought that up is because as I was watching this video, I actually had a pack of JB Weld in my hand.. but I didn't have my glasses to see the actual PSI.. lol
Arty's Garage it's 3960 PSI.. Lol.. So it says that it is.. but I seriously doubt it.. I bought 8 packs of it because a local hardware store had it on sale for $2 per pack.. but I would only use it on minor stuff
Yeah I’ve done it this way as well but it’s technically not the right way to do it and wouldn’t pass an inspection in my state… It requires the line to be replaced
Great video, thank you. I believe I have some line to replace as well. Would I post a video of brake line that may need to be bent to install? Would like ur expertise on that issue.
Idiots. When lives are at stake, the right way is the only way. I feel sorry for the people in your lives that have to accept your ignorance and mediocre mentality. Vote for Trump.
Totally illegal, anybody dead yet? Compression fittings are rated for 100 lbs pressure, except brake pressure is typically 1200 lbs and as much as 3000 lbs in a hard stop.
Dorman sells high pressure compression unions rated @5000 psi which are more than capable of handling the hydraulic pressure that brake lines dish out.
This guy is good I like his videos better than others, much more simple yet informative
Thanks 🙏
Kudos for the video content! Excuse me for chiming in, I would love your thoughts. Have you heard about - Trentvorty Safe Vehicle Theorem (do a google search)? It is a great exclusive guide for discovering how to repair your car the simple way minus the hard work. Ive heard some great things about it and my mate at last got cool success with it.
@@artysgarage6907 your work video is simple and more informative than others thanks.
Honestly, the guy in the video seems like a good guy so people want to come to his defense I guess. The fact that a compression fitting was used at some point and is "still working" doesnt make it right or legal. Brakes hold pressure and if you need to SLAM your brakes on thats when they will probably fail because the compression fittings cant take the pressure. If you dont think thats true, read the package on compression fitting packaging and it says do not use on brake lines. So believe what you want and I know there are many people doing this but it isnt safe. Do some research before you attack this comment but then dont let facts stand in the way of a good argument. People are only pointing out its wrong to save someone from being hurt. The rest of the video was great.
That's true it's not legal to use that
Thanks bro you’re a good guy exactly the compression fittings may fail if you really slammed the brakes but these lines that we paid went to the rear drum brakes which don’t require or take much pressure put on a new modern, like a BMW and has amazing breaks if you slam them they may fail
Yeah it’s not legal to do a lot of stuff people do a lot of illegal stuff spinning want to relax stop signs passes. And flashlights on the school bus when it’s time few to go it’s time few to go if you’re not a part of question fins on the right way which I will with everybody not to miss video is only half of the people that know how to paint those question from the right way over timing them will make them fail on the timing them will make them fill him in Fleming lines can fill the best thing to do if you have brand new lines from the dealer do it but if it was just a quick fix just a quick fix for those haters out there thank of negative comments
It’s not legal to have those Sunday drivers out every weekend causing traffic also I’m accidents so you know what I’m not complaining about your comment but anything and fell when you’re driving anything where time is to go at a time is to go within that was just a quick fix video
Very true not only illegal but unsafe. Here in Rhode Island if it is even found during a safety inspection the vehicle automatically fails.
This guy is showing you the right way to do it and save some money and it works. I needed a brake line that didn't cost but six bucks that's,
five feet a couple of compression unions a few dollars more and a cutter that cost 3.99. I spent about 15 bucks took me 20 minutes.
Using "right" very loosely😂 this can be used as a short term fix to get down the road for a while, but they're illegal for a reason
This is a relatively easy TEMPORARY fix that I've done before. I just want to stress that these compression fittings should in no way be trusted. Brake line repairs are flared and connected with fittings that utalize those flares to keep the high pressure of applying brakes suddenly from blowing the fitting off the repair you made. These fittings are not rated for a high enough psi to withstand that pressure. get yourself a flaring tool or find someone who does.
Dorman sells high pressure compression unions rated for 5000 psi. which are quite capable of handling the hydraulic pressure that cars dish out.
The brass fittings maybe but if you buy a good steel compression union it’s just as good if not better than flared union.
@@salvation4all313 I bought 4 at 10 bucks a pop and it says on the package but not in the add "not recommended for brake lines. I went the best route and made double flares instead. I'm confident they would hold but they might leak.
Exactly! That guy is showing a potentially dangerous method of brakeline repair!!
That's why u don't use a brake line you use a high pressure line for the coolent
I remember I did this on a line and then did a little more research and found out that it’s not legal on brake lines, on top of the fact that it leak the 4 times I put it together, so I ended up renting the flare tool from Autozone and first try she was dry as a bone.. FIRST SHOT!! Do it right
Thanks for the clear, concise video. So many other car repair videos are poorly made and want to drain your life away. This one was perfect! No wasted time.
They say it's a NO NO! but i have used these on rear brake lines in my younger daring days. I will never attempt on front line. But now I will never do it!
This is legal and never fails mechanically. Thanks for showing the right way
Those fittings are illegal for use on brake lines. U have to double flare the ends and use brake flare fittings to be legal and safe.
Whatever gets the job done! lol..
My wife is still alive five years after I did a video I saw a gross # of other people that I did the same work on
Arty's Garage yes.. I’ll make sure to tighten the fittings for my wife.. good idea..
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@@tuxievous420 remember not too tight, barely snug 😄
Mega Man Snug is more than enough 👌✨
Thanks Arty I actually was taught the wrong way by a vocational mechanics instructor. You're on point! Ty
Your training instructor is probably correct. This is just a temporary fix, I'm assumimg. If you read on, that's illegal. I need my break line fixed the correct and legal way.
The tiny copper ring is called a "ferrule." While you're tightening the flare nut you have to MAKE SURE that the tubing doesnt slide backnout of the ferrule otherwise the flare nut won't compress the ferrule onto the tubing.
Yes I did want my wife to have an accident but the compression fittings are still holding 3 yrs later
Any questions RoOKiE
He is right ..for mo this is not even legal
Isnt that a bitch want something to brake it will hold forever hahaha
If you read the fine print on the compression fitting packaging it will say "not for use on brake lines". jcv1995 is 100% correct. Not meant for brakes and could easily blow apart in a hard braking situation. You're rolling the dice every time you take that car out but that's your call. Get a double flare / bubble flare tool and the correct fittings and repair it the right way.
You got lucky buddy. The compression fittings fail when a driver stomps the brakes in an emergency. That’s why they are illegal. Do the repair right. Your wife’s life on the line
My mechanic used compression fittings for my brake line repair. The other day, I almost had an accident and had to slam my brakes. My brakes blew. Don't use compression fittings on brakes. They will fail in these types of situations.
Easy to follow and straight to the point.
It looks like it worked with out flaring the lines. I am kind of nervous not flaring mine, Good job!
Ah, yes! How this guy is repairing brake lines with commmon plumbing compression fittings is *_dangerous!_* Brake lines need the proper flare fittings with the ends of the tubing properly flared! Do NOT do what this guy is doing.
look thanks for telling me and my buddy about taking screw off the lines we were trying to by pass it and go around because we could really get our hand threw to get to the other clamp but we realized we had to undo that bolt that hold five lines and then have access to other line on a clamp connected to mastercylinder..because my brake reservoir is empty and couldnt find leak till we looked exactly under the car..i have a 2002 buick century...thank u i thought it was helpful....thank u for ur time and video..
+Angela Jones you're welcome Angela consider sharing my video to your friends on social network happy Labor Day👍
+Angela Jones thanks again
the mechanic says that this type of line adapter isnt right, because in an emergency this type line connector isnt safe. they recomend using the other line connector.line union. i love to use these too, but was warned not to use this type, its even labeled on the box. FYI..BESIDES THIS GOOD JOB.
I done it more than a dozen times on cars and everybody is still alive forget about the hype don't listen to the height it's a Market bulshit Union Union Center Market b******* I told you everyone still alive.
@@artysgarage6907 Dude... Its literally illegal to install compression fittings on brake lines! You live in NY its listed all over package labels and on the NYSI regulations. The fact that you've done this to numerous vehicles before is very scary. A compression fitting only crimps down the lines it needs flares to prevent blowing out.
Thank so much for the video demonstration and explanation on how to fix a brake line. I learned so much.👏🥇🏆
I was going to use this type of repair but heard compression fittings are a no no. I did a union instead. More work due to flaring.
How do you flare a line under a vehicle attached to the vehicle in a tight spot?
Best just to pull the entire line from the distribution blocks if you can get them out of course
Thanks , I was literally down to 40 dollars left in my pocket and you saved my ass sir!
I learned a lot, thanks....
That was perfectly well said and done. Even someone who doesn't know anything about vehicles or repairs I feel confident I can fix my leak thank you.
I thought those were illegal and dangerous to use ? I have used them in the past and now use the correct unions for the brake lines..🤔 maybe no one told him , never the less nice job 👍🏼
That should only be a temporary fix not a safe permanent fix . Great job
My husband put a compression fitting on my car and it works like new. It is being 4 years since he did it and still going.
Blanca Garcia Thank you I put one on my wife’s car and it’s been on for 6 yrs I don’t know why these guys are going crazy about this I wouldn’t put one on a bus or truck but I’ve been using them for over 25yrs I have no problem yet
do a few panic stops while flooring the break pedal. wont take many of them to burst the fitting. especially with ABS brakes
arty it only takes one to fail and if your doing this type of repair and someone get hurt or dead you will be the one their family will take to the cleaners. If don't have it they will get a huge judgement against you so you will never have either
until it pops off and oops.... no brakes
He trying to get rid of you ! Honey !
Arty's Garage I've been the lead tech in an auto body shop for a few decades. We also specialized in salvage rebuilds, licensed by the state.
Every time we had totalled car come in we took a good look all around and under it. The majority of the worst ones, where there were stains from blood and guts on the dash, steering column and seat, almost all had brake jobs done with these awful compression fittings.
You have not had any complaints, because your customers are likely dead. The dead don't call customer service.
I've also been hired as an expert in court cases for major car accidents on behalf of insurance companies. If the car that caused the accident had compression fittings on the brake lines, all insurance claims were denied. In some of those cases, the person at fault was charged with manslaughter.
If you have a legitimate shop, your insurance carrier will drop you if they know you are doing this.
A spool of brake line 20 feet or better costs less than $30, a basic yet effective double flaring tool can be had for the same cost or less. There are lots of sources for learning how to use those tools correctly too.
There is ZERO excuse to continue this deadly practice! Just because you haven't seen one fail means nothing.
Compression fittings are designed to handle WATER at an average pressure of 30-50 pounds, max pressure of 150 pounds.
A car that uses BRAKE FLUID, aka hydraulic fluid, has a normal pressure on a gradual stop of about 1500 pounds, and a panic stop will easily see 5000 pounds of pressure.
No excuses for this!
AGREED!! This clown arty is a smug hee haw mick-an-ik. And someone, sometime, somewhere will be seriously hurt or die.
My wife is still alive n so are a dozen of my customers at least a dozen by the way this is noted as a temp fix
@@artysgarage6907 Been researching. Why not just upgrade to steel compression/union which are rated at 5000lb? They are stocked at auto parts stores and cost about $8 each.
Peshewa diy you helped me DECIDE WHAT I NEED TO DO. Can you Please please help me. My brake light is on - after I filled ALL Fluids just yesterday also I know absolutely nothing about brakes why would a brake light come on last then eight hours after I filled every single needed thing under the hood I’ve only had the car for one day and this is happening and I will not drive it nor do I have the money or the mental capacity to think about this upset nor do I have an knowledgeable mechanic just some backyard guy that says all I need to do is bleed the brake line I don’t know about you but I know I don’t feel safe with this dude telling me it’s a easy fix please please text me back ASAP because now it’s just sitting there after I did everything humanly knowledgeable to get it ready to be drivable and now the big bright RED BRAKE LITE ON ! And it won’t go off again I don’t know anybody and I sure don’t have thousands of dollars to put into a 15-year-old car that I just have had for only two days can you help me figure this out and direct me into a safe way to drive this car thank you so much I am near his steric tears and yet I can’t get an answer from ANYONE.
I told agree with you compression fittings if you’re not done by someone that is very professional and they will blow you got to tighten them at the right amount of pressure if they can flare out perfectly and not for someone to do that never did them before number to flaming lines is the right way yes but you can have an ordinary person nonetheless even a beat Mechanic perform this job I need a mechanic that that’s done it more than once unions are the best way to go other than that anything you going to call anything to blow at any time I’ll break like to go a matter something and go anything in gold and anything can happen to anybody when the time is to go the time is to go thank you for your response OK if you see my description I wrote it a quick trip Quickfix happy holidays to everybody thank you for your response God bless everybody in the family happy holidays to everybody again
My mechanic used compression fittings for my brake line repair. The other day, I almost had an accident and had to slam my brakes. My brakes blew. Don't use compression fittings on brakes. They will fail in these types of situations.
So what is an alternative besides replacing the entire brake line?
Compression fittings yes do fail for the inexperienced mechanic performing the repair due to the fact they have to be tightened to the correct torque which is hard to predict for the inexperienced person performane the repair
I need a new brake line . Thanks for the info
@@kylehardy5256 brake line union
Hi this is exactly what i need to do... i have a bad line that leaks do to rust like this... Its a 2001 chevy silverado... any idea what size fittings i need to buy??? are they all the same??? i am 62 and i never had any lines ever fail before,so of coarse i never had to fix... thanks for the great video...
Nice I was hoping I can do this with my 95 suburban, it’s pissing brake fluid from one of the rear lines above and just beyond the left rear tire. It’s pouring out! Lol so now I need to go get a compression union, I’m glad I won’t need to use flare fittings, I don’t have a small floating tool lol
Makes me wonder.🤔The thing is, with all that brake fluid leaking out, you still had to check all the calipers for leaks?
Nice video Arty's Garage.. So you need to use a copper fitting on these brake lines? As well,you basically attached the new line to both ends of the cut line using these fittings. A box should have 4 fittings...I have to try this on my Acura.
+Omar Qureshi correct thanks Omar
thanks for the quick reply:)
Compression joints are illegal in many states including Massachusetts. Though an easy fix, they are not designed to take the pressure in braking. Check with your state for information.
If your a licenced mechanic (I am)! Have fun doing thay repair PROFESIONALY for a auto repair shop. ILLEGAL!!!
Jeremy knight in a repair shop yes I flared lines n installed unions also I double flared lines as needed Ive done it on school buses N trucks but this is for the rookies out there quick fix hello
Happy Thanksgiving to all
Sure tell a bunch of rookies how to do a bullshit hack job so they can put peoples lives at risk, you're a moron.
Hey I did it kn my wife’s car
8 years ago and she still alive Its my top video on my RUclips page And all the thumbs down with the mechanics why are they watching my video if they don’t have to do it the haters out there it’s good to show love love is good love is God I’ve done thousands of them never had a problem never God bless have a good one
@@artysgarage6907 Illegal
very informative my dodge ram started leaking today and smoking so im pretty sure im going to have to do this as well
Compression fittings are not rated for hydraulic brake lines, says so on the packaging, brake lines must be double flared, and steel fittings should be used.
i just put an engine in my trailblazer, but i had no idea how to handle brake line repair. thanks, you made it look easy
Never use brass compression fittings on brakes. Brass is designed to hold the pressures of gas (as in natural gas) lines and are rated at 500 psi or less. The pressure of brake lines as measured at the caliper is approximately 2000 psi. Using brass is very dangerous and illegal in some states. If you're going to use compression fittings, use stainless steel fittings that are rated at 20,000 psi. Brake lines themselves are rated at 18,000 psi at least.
Thanks but Those fittings were Copper -.Nickel which are superior to steel fittings
+Arty's Garage most people don't know to look for copper nickel. Still the point really is, pay attention to the construction and psi rating of fittings on brake lines. m.hydraulicspneumatics.com/fittings-amp-couplings/it-s-material-world
Thanks for the info👍
You have to flare both ends with a flaring tool. You then use a joiner for flared ends. Compression fittings are not 100% reliable by design. Doesn't matter what they're made of. If your cheap return the flaring tool when your done
I've always wondered why the hell brake lines are not factory standard stainless steel? Considering the safety issue here, I would think this would just be common sense. I lost a brake line once while driving almost smashed the the guy in front of me, scared the crap out of me.
Nothing last forever even on new cars
@@artysgarage6907 EXACTLY
I was a manager at NAPA auto parts for 15 years, DO NOT ever use these compression fittings on brake lines. They are not made for this, and are dangerous. It is also illegal. To repair this correctly get a couple of flare nuts, a flaring tool, and a new section of line with the proper fittings. Again DO NOT! used compression fittings to repair brake lines.
Okay someone like you should know a little bit better it's nothing but a market rumor that you need to put Union fittings and whatever I did it over a dozen times I was trained by Master Mechanic what it came out of a text they showed me and they told me they did it forever and ever had a problem and if everyone still alive I tell you it's a market bulshit to start selling Union lines hello tell me you never told compression fittings like I said everyone is still alive anything to break into your blow when it's time for you to go it's time for you to go hello if you have an anger issue take it off with love you have a good end of the year God bless you
@@artysgarage6907 You are full of crap!
@@artysgarage6907 This is not bull shit, why would you not flare the lines and use the correct fittings? are you lazy or what?
great vid which shows EXACT way to install to a brake line compression fitting. Otherwise u lose half a day like I did. Any1 know if more expensive comp fitting will make em work better than cheaper? Or r they all basically the same?
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Hey arty ty for the vehicle identification number I almost wrecked it with my 28 week old pregnant wife on the freeway the line busted exactly like juan Ramirez said happened to his truck when he experimented with his 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT weird huh TAG ur it!!!!
Can I put two metal flar that come off a metal brake line to fix a busted braided brake line
This is by no means to be considered a permanent fix. The compression fittings are not supposed to be used on brake line primarily because brake lines are double walled and required an inverted flare type fitting. The typical working pressure of a 1/4 inch compression fitting is less than 1/3rd that of flared connections. Arty FTR if you don't provide a disclaimer in your video you could find yourself in some serious legal hot water if a line fixed by this method bursts and someones dies as a result of this instructional video.
Hey Arty, what's the correct pressure fitting to use on a brake line that is being repaired?
Steve Rzucidlo Just to let you know this is a temporary fix I collect the month to month three months a year it’s just a quick fix quick tip but I would use steel lines with steel fittings industrial-strength fittings they don’t want to great if you gonna be wasting your car slamming the brakes the block but if you drive normal they could last you a lifetime believe me I still have mine on since the video
Awesome! Thanks Arty.
I really wish I had space and tools. I have spent so much money lately on my 05 Sportage bringing it to the garage that I am going to have to live off Ramen noodles for the next few months.
Del I know the feeling
Sorry I wish you were in the Bronx I can help you out with your car
Well my problem was just my caliper was old. My car has 180,000 mile and the gaskets wore out so I just replace the caliper and rotors. My brake lines weren’t even rusted so it worked out.
I know the feeling, we are lucky to have a few backyard mechanics to utilize, they are just as experienced as a licensed mechanic, seen one guy do an engine replacement, having a problem similar to this, the guy I went to see asked what was going on, I told him and he said right away probably a leak in the brake line, still waiting on him to check it out and repair it, I don't have the tools really.
Ive done this work long time ago on buick and it workes just fine some folks just think they know everything
Yes They have theory But NO experience
I did this on my 98 3500 8 years ago. Drove across the country and up and down the East Coast.
Still works great.
Did you have to bleed the master cylinder too?
NO GOOD MY MAN!!! Compression fittings ARE NOT SAFE and ILLEGAL in most states
Yes right then why is my wife still alive
@@artysgarage6907 you dont love your wife
How did you flare them pipes that you cut and were left on the car. What tool? Thx
Dude we did this this morning. We had to go out and buy a smaller brake line cutter.
Illegal in some states.
No compression brake fittings.
When using this type of union is it not necessary to use the tool to make a relief at its end?
No
What state is this? Compression fittings for brake lines is illegal in most states.
What does flaring a line mean I hear that a lot and I think I even saw a person using a special tool to flare however you didnt use it can you tell me what that means?
+zaslvd 97 PP people usually flare lines on the gas lines. Where pressure fittings are not used this helps ensure a leakproof seal
Google flaring if you need more help thanks
Why is this only a temporary fix? it looks like a damn good one. I was curious to how much the charge for this would be?
The brake pipe has to be flared to prevent it from blowing off when pressure is applied.
I've done this on a fuel line but wouldn't do this on a brake line even temporarily unless you're yard driving something or leaving it parked and need to stop a leak from ruining the driveway or something. Brake pressure is nothing to play with and could blow one of these out pretty easily
This guy is a master MECHANIC 👌👌👌👌
Thank you thank you I agree I'm gonna share this post and comment just like you I never had a problem and I've been installing them for years
Arty's Garage I've been the lead tech in an auto body shop for a few decades. We also specialized in salvage rebuilds, licensed by the state.
Every time we had totalled car come in we took a good look all around and under it. The majority of the worst ones, where there were stains from blood and guts on the dash, steering column and seat, almost all had brake jobs done with these awful compression fittings.
You have not had any complaints, because your customers are likely dead. The dead don't call customer service.
I've also been hired as an expert in court cases for major car accidents on behalf of insurance companies. If the car that caused the accident had compression fittings on the brake lines, all insurance claims were denied. In some of those cases, the person at fault was charged with manslaughter.
If you have a legitimate shop, your insurance carrier will drop you if they know you are doing this.
A spool of brake line 20 feet or better costs less than $30, a basic yet effective double flaring tool can be had for the same cost or less. There are lots of sources for learning how to use those tools correctly too.
There is ZERO excuse to continue this deadly practice! Just because you haven't seen one fail means nothing.
Compression fittings are designed to handle WATER at an average pressure of 30-50 pounds, max pressure of 150 pounds.
A car that uses BRAKE FLUID, aka hydraulic fluid, has a normal pressure on a gradual stop of about 1500 pounds, and a panic stop will easily see 5000 pounds of pressure.
No excuses for this!
It says Temp Fix, how long would it last? I'm not super knowledgeable, that's why I'm asking.
compression fittings on brake lines are totally illegal in all 50 states, as they should be because they are not safe.
Quick question. I have a 1998 box truck e350. I replaced the rear steel brake line and when trying to reconnect the flare nut (the one on the brake drum) It will not thread anymore. I tried a new nut and the old one it used to have but no matter what I try It will not engage on the threads. is there a trick to this or something? should I lubricate it with brake fluid?
+Storage Auction Videos will not quite sure what you're talking about maybe crossthreaddf or require a double flair
All good procedure except DON'T use common compression fittings. I haven't read all the comments but I'm sure the consensus by all real mechanics, automotive engineers and Automotive manufacturers is that flare fittings are right, compies are wrong.
My 2 cents worth as a mechanical engineer and rust car owner. Also a rock and ice climber...so i know about keeping risk out.
I respect your feedback this us just a quick temp fix
you say a temp fix,yet ya say it is still on the car 4 yrs later???did I miss something?
No Just the alcohol without ABS thanks to hold a lot longer with compression fittings haven’t seen one blowout yet even on ABS brakes are the people did just that some people just don’t know how to snuggle them and tighten them just the right amount that’s why they’re dangerous due to inexperience people installing them
Following because I am called Arty also, lol. Got to support.
Hopefully this goes easy as it seems. Thanks!
I’m in the same boat right now lmao
Good work, Teacher. Much thanks.
Thank you Arty, I appreciate you extra efforts to show the brake lines clearly.
From where I buy this sockets or connector?
Excellent demonstration brother without all the Bs. Thanks for a great video
Rite
If you have to slam on your brakes....say goodbye to everyone in the car.
Exactly! That guy's video is potentially dangerous to anyone following this!
Hey arty what area u from if local you can fix my Buick century 2000 I have a hole in in brake line hose
I would never ever use compression fittings on a system with 2000psi, Enough to cut your body parts in half! And rely on a compression fitting. Pennsylvania this is illegal for a good reason. Replace the entire lines!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bend them back, If you cant get them precise at least get them close. they dont have to be OEM precise as long as you can ensure they are free not rubbing on anything and not in any crunch points in the suspension.
what was size of the compression coupling union fitting thats you use??
Not quite sure but I just got a fit over the line he might have to use a file to get it and help it go over because a lot of times it’s contamination with rust n residue I just file it just a little bit even a nail file
Steal one from your wife wife good luck
so would it be safe doing this if your hauling a camper or utility trailer?
Not at all
Hi Arty, if the brake fluid were to completely leak out and you were to lose 100% of the braking power, can you still use the e-brake or does that rely on brake fluid too? Maybe it depends on the model of the car? Thanks
I Love you All You can use the E break you’ll be OK
Just hope your not doing 85 when you hit the E-brake
Also downshift!
No e break is a completely separate system it’s mechanical you are actually pulling the mechanism in place with no booster just lever and pull action. That being said 40 is % of older vehicles are driving around without working e breaks no one tests them on inspections and repair is pricy as hell and most people can’t cough up the first set of repairs let alone another few hundred especially if they are driving Al older vehicle.
This fix might well get someone killed and / or the repairman sued. Flare the lines and repair properly. No compression fittings should be used on brakes.
I’m all for saving money doing things fast and easy but this is not right... if you’re getting paid to do this you really should do it correctly
by chance do you know the diameter of the brake line of a 2005 ford taurus? and what size is the compession
I agree Not to use this procedure with ABS brakes on the other hand if you have power brakes no need to worry
You have a brake flush except for what is in the lines at the other wheels.. bleed those too for a COMPLETE flush!
+CDubs HasIt yes flush it the system
Where can you get the metal flare pieces that slide into the tube? I can't find them.
So you opened all the lines at the same time??
No one at a time the farthest one from the master first
All you would need is a cheap flaring kit to do a proper and permanent, legal fix. Not sure why anyone would do this.
I had a friend that said he knew how to put the entry brake line And took all one side of the line drive side and now he dont know how to put them back on ,could u please help me how to put the lines on a 2000 dodge Dakota
I'm sorry I responded so late but all I can tell you is watch my video once again can use your common sense if you live in the Bronx I can help you
Create your flares, don't use these loose ones for compression fittings...they can blow off, depends on what day it is😂
Thank you Arty. I'm hoping mine goes this easy.
Compression fittings are not allowed on brake pipes, in UK anyway
This guy, is the man!
Hey art I need some help my rear brake line got a small leak do I have to replace the whole line or is there something I can do to do a quick fix I have a 1998 2wd Chevy Tahoe
No you don’t have to replace the whole brake line just find a clean untrusted spot n cut n proceed
Now how much it cost to get this fixed though 👀
what size are the lines..1/4"?
Very good video ,I have exactly the same problem. Thank you.
Like others have already stated: THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS REPAIR!!! Brass compression unions like the one featured in this video are made for LOW PRESSURE WATER applications with SOFT COPPER or PLASTIC TUBING -- where PRESSURES WON'T EXCEED 150 - 200 PSI ! Automotive hydraulic brake lines frequently see pressures upwards of 1500 PSI, which is more than enough to make the brake lines pull right out of the compression fittings... One hard brake application is all it would take. :-(
+RWP RWP it's a compromise i issue on your other hand you are absolutely right their illegal in many states but brake failure is only 5% Of all accidents today on the road besides just a temporary fix on my personal car
I'm gonna post a video in cards to show everyone how to repair brake lines The Safeway using Single flare and double flair brake lines thanks for your comment
RWP RWP Lol... what about using J-B Weld to fix a pinhole lleakon a brake line.. it says that its 3500 or 3600 something Psi
+theBald1 funny but let me let you know that that compression fitting that I installed on the brake line is still holding since the upload
Arty's Garage the reason why I brought that up is because as I was watching this video, I actually had a pack of JB Weld in my hand.. but I didn't have my glasses to see the actual PSI.. lol
Arty's Garage it's 3960 PSI.. Lol.. So it says that it is.. but I seriously doubt it.. I bought 8 packs of it because a local hardware store had it on sale for $2 per pack.. but I would only use it on minor stuff
Worked perfect saved me a ton. Ty
Does anyone know what the shop price would be to replace all the brake lines on a 02 gmc yukon xl???
$1500
Yeah I’ve done it this way as well but it’s technically not the right way to do it and wouldn’t pass an inspection in my state… It requires the line to be replaced
What brake line on the master cyl. feeds the rear brakes on 97 Dodge caravan
The one closer to the reservoir
or towards the firewall
does any one know how much pressure is put in them lines when the pedal is mashed down ? nothing against any line repairs
Great video, thank you. I believe I have some line to replace as well. Would I post a video of brake line that may need to be bent to install? Would like ur expertise on that issue.
Thanks very helpful
If you don't like the way the guy fixes it THEN DON'T DO IT!!!
Thanks Jeff this brake line repair with the compression fittings are still going since the upload of this video
Idiots. When lives are at stake, the right way is the only way. I feel sorry for the people in your lives that have to accept your ignorance and mediocre mentality. Vote for Trump.
@@alnov91 I agree with everything you said expect the thing about Trump
alnov91 what does trump have to do with brake lines?
@@aca15246 TDS
Thanks for the vid, Arty.
+Michael Pukmel welcome Michael
Totally illegal, anybody dead yet? Compression fittings are rated for 100 lbs pressure, except brake pressure is typically 1200 lbs and as much as 3000 lbs in a hard stop.
Dorman sells high pressure compression unions rated @5000 psi which are more than capable of handling the hydraulic pressure that brake lines dish out.