Shocker, the below photos are coming from a Chicago based e30 for its lifespan. The majority of the body has been saved from the rot too bad but the undercarriage components thats another story.
I have my tank out in the process of swapping a spectra replacement and all new fuel lines thanks to similar rust. While working to replace the lines to the engine bay I sprung a main brake line leak. This system needs addressing and replacement as well.
I am wanting to remove the entire rear brake line system and swap in a chase bays kit or OEM replacements but I am leaning towards the former.
My question is, I have soaked these fittings a few times now with PB blaster before even attempting to put a wrench on (yes I have correct brake line wrenches). I would love some guidance on how to tackle these fittings, I can try heat but they are so beyond corroded I am doubting my abilities. Would a shop charge an arm and a leg to simply remove the whole system (I could instal the replacement)?
Anyways, heres some rust porn for you freaks out there.
I have my tank out in the process of swapping a spectra replacement and all new fuel lines thanks to similar rust. While working to replace the lines to the engine bay I sprung a main brake line leak. This system needs addressing and replacement as well.
I am wanting to remove the entire rear brake line system and swap in a chase bays kit or OEM replacements but I am leaning towards the former.
My question is, I have soaked these fittings a few times now with PB blaster before even attempting to put a wrench on (yes I have correct brake line wrenches). I would love some guidance on how to tackle these fittings, I can try heat but they are so beyond corroded I am doubting my abilities. Would a shop charge an arm and a leg to simply remove the whole system (I could instal the replacement)?
Anyways, heres some rust porn for you freaks out there.
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