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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: hockeylad72 on 07 August 2005, 10:54

Title: Rear Brakes
Post by: hockeylad72 on 07 August 2005, 10:54

Hi guys,
need some help again!
I bought rear calipers and trying to fit them was a real pain, the handbrake cable goes in a different way so I would think I would need handbrake cables that are a bit longer? does this sound right? bought the calipers really cheap so might be worth spending a few bob on new handbrake cables
any help or advise would be appreciated
cheers

Title: Re: Rear Brakes
Post by: dubslug on 07 August 2005, 12:48

i think the early models need longer cables but i could be wrong, sorry not very helpfull really

Title: Re: Rear Brakes
Post by: rubjonny on 07 August 2005, 15:10

Think somewhere in the region of 87/88 the cables changed, not sure exactly what year.  Dubslug is correct though, the earlier cables were shorter :)

Easy to convert between them though, if early buy early cables, if late buy the late cables.

Title: Re: Rear Brakes
Post by: bretttuk on 07 August 2005, 18:08

What rear calipers did you buy ? if you bought mk3 ones or later mk2 ones 89 onwards ( i think ) , you will need the longer handbrake cables ... about £8 each (you'll need two) ... from Eurocarparts.

Easy (ish) job... just a bit fiddly.. easier job if there are 2 of you ..

Title: Re: Rear Brakes
Post by: hockeylad72 on 11 August 2005, 23:22

dubslug you were right, got it sorted today its great being able to park anywhere without worrying about handbrake seizing on!

thanks again for your help guys