DOUG INGRAM wrote:
> I've tried to adjust my handbrake so it offers at least some rolling
> resistance, so far without success. I think I have moved the adjusting nuts
> as far as they can go, that is they are as far towards the rear of the car
> as possible, if that makes any sense. Any further and the rear nut of the
> two will be hanging on to thin air.
>
> Am I moving the nuts the wrong way? Is the cable stretched and should be
> replaced?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Doug Ingram
> Victoria BC
> 1958 Bugeye
> AN5L/636
The cables do stretch over time (40 years for originals) but the cheapo repros
stretch in about a year. Look for an old one or get one from England since what
ever Moss and Vic Brit sells is made from recycled rubber bands.
Good luck
--
Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ
Too many LBCs
3 Sprites, an Austin A40, and an Austin Mini all on the road.
1 Jaguar XJ6 family car, 1 Racer Midget project , & 2 Parts Spridgets
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