Originally Posted by
warrenpenalver
stevie you could argue that on any modification on a cars testable componants, be it ap 6 pots, gaz coilovers etc which carry no type approval.......
but that would be irrational and IMO same with a handbrake cable. 1 clamp would probably be strong enough... 3 should be overkill and the odds should pale into insignificance. you could argue that ap 6 pots might leak..... or suspension might collapse on a pothole.
Totally different. Those are all products designed and tested by a legit manufacturer who would be able to offer data on suitability for what they are used for. ( many of which carry TUV or some sort of independent approval ).
There really is no comparison.
If the OEM have never constructed a handbrake cable with clamps like that, then I cant imagine a tester ever passing it.
Likewise with DIY braided hosing that you bolt together yourself. All brake hoses are supposed to be fully crimped, again so there is no chance they can work loose ( again, user error risk ). They are supposed to be an MOT fail, although many go un-noticed.