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clf · 23rd January 2020, 19:39

check for leaks in the pipework. My blew catastrophically one evening on my way home from work. The pipes are known to rub against components under the bonnet. Mine rubbed against the AC compressor pulley.

It is possible that the mechanic moved the hubs back and forth, whilst doing the brakes, but it is not a necessary procedure. Possible that they may have been ham fisted and damaged the hoses. But they could also think that they have damaged it, but it could simply be a coincidence as it is a relatively common issue.

I would also check for any small leaks around the pipework and the rack to be sure. Any small leaks would mean air could get in, causing the bubbles.

I got a replacement hose from Mickeyboy (great service), and had it fitted in about 10 minutes. It took about an hour to remove everything around it though lol.

23rd January 2020, 19:39	#5
clf This is my second home MG ZT CDTi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: carrick Posts: 7,859 Thanks: 3,494 Thanked 2,657 Times in 1,973 Posts	check for leaks in the pipework. My blew catastrophically one evening on my way home from work. The pipes are known to rub against components under the bonnet. Mine rubbed against the AC compressor pulley. It is possible that the mechanic moved the hubs back and forth, whilst doing the brakes, but it is not a necessary procedure. Possible that they may have been ham fisted and damaged the hoses. But they could also think that they have damaged it, but it could simply be a coincidence as it is a relatively common issue. I would also check for any small leaks around the pipework and the rack to be sure. Any small leaks would mean air could get in, causing the bubbles. I got a replacement hose from Mickeyboy (great service), and had it fitted in about 10 minutes. It took about an hour to remove everything around it though lol. __________________ It is not gloss primer .............. it is duct tape silver!