Technical Failed MOT
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If thats the case then i've got to detach the brake cable at these two points;
How do i detach the brake cable at the rear axle? Its so rusty and thin i'm highly likely to destroy it
This bracket is held in place by one rusty bolt, how do i not break the head off that bolt?
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Nah bit of surface rust that is. Grow a pair AnthonyIf thats the case then i've got to detach the brake cable at these two points;
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How do i detach the brake cable at the rear axle? Its so rusty and thin i'm highly likely to destroy it
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This bracket is held in place by one rusty bolt, how do i not break the head off that bolt?
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Well OK, so how do i detach the brake cable at the rear axle? I can't see what it is i'm supposed to do? Is it threading through there? Or is there a hidden clip? Anyone know?
No clips it "just" pulls out of hole in back plate after inner un hooked from shoe
The other supports are obvious when you get proper look, they usually are c shape outer presses into
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I see, that makes sense
First thing is to soak it in 'plus gas' loads of times. then, I would leave overnight, and then redo again, maybe twice more. Possibly a little heat from a paint stripper gun on low setting. VERY GENTLY try to see if it will move with a socket or ring spanner. (try not to use open ended or an adjustable, as these only give grip on 2 sides of the bolt, possibly leading to corners rounding. Socket or ring will give grip on all six faces. ) If no joy, try the plus gas again. Then later try heat.If thats the case then i've got to detach the brake cable at these two points;
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How do i detach the brake cable at the rear axle? Its so rusty and thin i'm highly likely to destroy it
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This bracket is held in place by one rusty bolt, how do i not break the head off that bolt?
Might take several attempts, and some time, but hopefully it will move.
REMEMBER 'Yoda mikes' words. 'being heavy handed is not a virtue here, too much use of the force it is'
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As per your suggestion I've just had the wire brush on it, and put the first lot of penetrant on it. I'll take it slow and be careful
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I was assuming it wouldn't slide out of this bracket;
But now you're saying it will, i will certainly try to slide it out, that would make life easier lol.
Needless to say i've never changed a car handbrake cable.
From photo you can see metal of bracket c shape not fully encircling cable
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I see now, in that case i'll pull it towards the drum brake and it should loosen up and i can then take it out. Will be interesting lol
Theres a good chance someone fitted a universal brake cable and the cable is just a couple of centimetres too short.
As Jack says those rusty mounting brackets you may be able to leave in place and with a bit of oil prise the cables out of them from the C shape and maybe do the same with the new ones. It may help if you look at the design of the new ones to see what we are saying.
Nothing to lose by trying and if you slap enough oil around it will help the bolts if they have to be undone.
Nothing to lose by trying and if you slap enough oil around it will help the bolts if they have to be undone.
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Righto, sound advice.
I'll be taking a look inside the drums before i do anything, it won't surprise me if one of the adjusters has a problem. Its possible i'll be fixing a couple of problems. Will see
Don't forget the photos so you know how the good side is working , just in case.Righto, sound advice.
I'll be taking a look inside the drums before i do anything, it won't surprise me if one of the adjusters has a problem. Its possible i'll be fixing a couple of problems. Will see
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Righto. I know you're one step ahead of me and know something important, but i've no idea what it is and i'll just take the pictures lolDon't forget the photos so you know how the good side is working , just in case.
It's always easier when you have done it many times before and know what to expect.
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I get a lot of surprises while fixing cars...something like "why did this fall off?" and "why did this break?" lolIt's always easier when you have done it many times before and know what to expect.
It's the hammer "rash" and why is my black greasy hand dripping red, these things happen.
the fastest way to learn new swear words, that's for sure!!It's the hammer "rash" and why is my black greasy hand dripping red, these things happen.
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