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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: Horney on 14 October 2006, 17:22

Title: Bloody Handbrake.
Post by: Horney on 14 October 2006, 17:22

Hi Guys,

The GiT has it's mot this week and I can't get my handbrake to work. I've adjusted it up and it still useless.

Also one of the rear calipers is stickin gon in cold weather.

So can I fix my handbrake to get it through the MOT? If so how. I know I probably need a new set of rear calipers but I'm skinter than a skint thing that's just been mugged and lost it'd life savings.

Please tell me I can bodge it!

Nick

Title: Re: Bloody Handbrake.
Post by: trevg on 14 October 2006, 17:31

dsconnect handbake cables  squirt wd40  down the handbake mech and move the lever back and forwards by hand might free up .  dont get any wd40 on the discs or pads  :wink: :wink:

Title: Re: Bloody Handbrake.
Post by: Stu.750 on 14 October 2006, 17:48

i know it sounds like an old trick but what about roughening the pads up , an givin the discs a clean off

Title: Re: Bloody Handbrake.
Post by: Horney on 16 October 2006, 13:07

Ok so it looks like I need a new drivers side rear caliper. Arse!

Anyone know where the best place is to order one from?

Nick