I have dismantled both rear calipers from my 1970 Spider.
The arm that houses the ball to the end of the brake cable freely rotates on one, but not at all on the other.
Which is correct?
Many thanks.
Rear Caliper Handbrake / Emergency Brake
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Broadsword
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Re: Rear Caliper Handbrake / Emergency Brake
They should rotate freely. Work on the stuck one and you should to be able to free it up.
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Broadsword
- Posts: 111
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- Your car is a: 1970 124 Spider
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Re: Rear Caliper Handbrake / Emergency Brake
Excellent, thank you for that.