Subject: Re: Front Brake hanging up
Author: Charles Mullendore
Date: Feb 17, 2001, 7:37 PM
Post ID: 1705488664
Hi Peter,
Have you tried lubing the brake linkage down at the wheel? Squirt each area that
pivots on the linkage with WD40 and work it by hand. The lever where the cable
connects should return to a neutral position (no drag) when you let go of it. If
not you may have to remove the front wheel and either find what is binding and
free it up or as Mark said replace the return springs.
If your cable looks to be the original, it probably is long overdue for
replacement. Keep it as a spare and buy a new one from Mark. It isn't a
characteristic of Loopframe brakes to drag, the wheel should turn freely when
the lever is released. Good luck and let us know how it goes.
Charlie
"If I wanted a Harley, I would have bought a Harley. I didn't and I didn't."
Peter Scheer wrote:
| ============================================================ Which IT Community has the info you need now? CIO | IT Manager | NetAdmin | Support | IT Consultant Check 'em out...and find out! Join TechRepublic--FREE: http://click.topica.com/aaabstb1dfltb1rVuAa/TechRepublic ============================================================ Guys, The brake cable doesn't return all the way when I release the handle and the shoes drag. If I push the handle open by hand the brake will move a little more, but still some drag. I tried the obvious things like flushing the cable with wd40 and then squirting some light oil down the cable. It seems pretty free when I slide the cable with the ends unattached I read in the Tips booklet that a new cable was recommended for best brake performance. I believe this could be the original cable. Is it worth buying a new cable, or is this just a characteristic of the loop drums?? I dont have another loopframe in the neighborhood to look at. Looking for any input. Thanks a lot Pete --- Sponsor's Message -------------------------------------- Who Are the Top Dogs? Find out about the best newsletters and discussions! http://click.topica.com/aaaa4qb1dfltb1rVuAc/TopDogs ------------------------------------------------------------ ____________________________________________________________ T O P I C A -- Learn More. Surf Less. Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Topics You Choose. http://www.topica.com/partner/tag01 |