auto inpection in upstate NY?

Question

What are the regulations concerning the mechanical aspects of a ny upstate inspection. Not the emissions, mine passed that but failed for some mechanical issues, brakes rotors and axel seals help!! i don't understand....

Answer 1

Hi, I am an auto technician, and a licensed NYS inspector. As far as the brakes go, they can fail for a variety of reasons. Worn pads or shoes, any pad or shoe that is allowing metal to contact with the rotor or drum, or any pad or shoe that is oil contaminated, such as with a leaking axle seal. As far as the rotors go, they do not fail unless they are broken, or cracked. Rotors that pulsate (warped), are scored, or below specifications will not fail. I can't say what your vehicle needs to be properly repaired, but those are some reasons it could fail. Of course, if you have your pads or shes replaced, it is best if the rotors or drums are replaced, or refinished (if possible, depending on condition). There is a website you can get info on regarding the inspection also. I think its nysdmv.(org or gov?). All of the failure criteria is listed on there, but it may take a little searching to find it. Good luck.

Answer 2

First off, define "upstate." If you mean Albany, that's not upstate. Central NY. Syracuse or Rochester? Western NY. Or the "Snow Belt." Do you mean the first hour or so outside of NYC (around the Hudson River area?) That's the Hudson Valley. If you go towards Plattsburgh (I don't know if you know where that is or not, it's a good 3 or so hours straight north of Albany) then that area is the Champlain Valley. Generally, the most Northern counties in NY (Franklin, Essex, Clinton, St Lawrence, and...I can't remember the other) are most commonly called the "North Country" by those who live there. Especially Franklin/Clinton/St Lawrence.

Answer 3

Most states have there own regulations; however, I have never ever heard of those regualtions as I am in northern Minnesota. Sometimes it is only suggested and not regulation. You may also want to get a second opinion also as they may just be trying to create business for themselves by telling you all of this. I've seen bad things like that on cars though and making the customer sign a waiver that they know that the vehicle is unsafe and impose no responsibility on the shop. Have a second opinion though and always know simple things about your vehicle before you take it in. Some garages will just rip ppl off so always be careful who you trust with your vehicle. I worked for a garage temporarily once and watched them loosen a hub nut so the customer had to come back for a wheel bearing. I quit cuz I didn't believe in ripping ppl off and reported them. In conclusion, They may be right or they may be wrong... If you don't trust them have it towed to a different garage for a second opinion. It sucks if you don't know much though cuz they could quickly do something to your car so that their diagnosis matches the next ones. I hope you figure something out....