You have break problems, we have brake answers...

[roccit_53 at scirocco.cs.uoguelph.ca (C Boyko)]

On 9:24 pm 09/29/06 "Chris Bennett" <scirocco16vr32@gmail.com> wrote:
> Here is a very good link... navigate the site a little.  Also try
> scirocco.org and the tech tips page that Timbo always contributes to.
> Link anyone?
>
> http://ep0niks.ctech.ca/vw/eva2/SU02/ch6.1.1.html
>
> I didn't check the link, so sorry if this is a repeat. If it's all
> assembled properly, is it possible that the cable's just really stretched?
> I had to use copious amounts of washers on the cable at the lever end
> before I replaced the cables because they were just too long from years of
> use. Adjustment involves jacking up the car so both back wheels are up,
> spin the wheel with the brake not on, it should spin freely, then one click
> on the lever, should still spin freely. Second click, there should be some
> resistance, and third click you shouldn't be able to spin the wheel. if
> that's not the case, then tighten the nuts on the cable, or replace it, or
> maybe your drums are worn beyond spec. I bet you need to add washers, or
> replce the cables.
cathy