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Seth

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Handbrake query
« on: 01 January 2010, 22:34:00 »
It's MoT time soon, so I've given the recently-acquired tractor a good 'going-over'.

All seems well, with genuine GM parts throughout as per the accompanying receipts that I got with it on purchase.

The only real issue was that the handbrake, though effective, held on the fifth/sixth click.

So I adjusted the shoes, and now it's effective on the second click.
Question: Is this too tight, or should I 'back off' the shoe adjusters a little?
Anyone?
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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #1 on: 01 January 2010, 22:45:06 »
As long as the shoes are not dragging when you spin a wheel, then it'll be OK!  :y
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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #2 on: 01 January 2010, 22:48:11 »
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As long as the shoes are not dragging when you spin a wheel, then it'll be OK!  :y

My sentiments exactly Andy, though Mrs Sethsmate likes a little more leverage!
Tough, she'll have to make do!!
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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #3 on: 01 January 2010, 23:38:21 »
back it off a bit. follow manual.  it may be with a full load you drag.
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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #4 on: 02 January 2010, 02:18:56 »
Shoe adjusters should be set with the cable slack so they are not binding. If the lever travel is a bit high it needs to be adjusted out at the equalising linkage under the lever. Sounds like correct adjustment of the shoes has done the job though?

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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #5 on: 02 January 2010, 02:22:31 »
Dont know if the same is happening to mine...... (Pre Facelift).

I have EVERY MOT since it needed one, and the only thing it ever fails on is Handbrake Efficiency (annually).  I guess it has been adjusted.  Can anyone tell me if it is the same adjustment as on my Cavalier (stick something through the hole and move the adjuster round).

I get 6 clicks but still have a poor handbrake. (Not that I ever use it).
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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #6 on: 02 January 2010, 08:08:22 »
Yes it's the same. as previously stated, adjust each wheel with the cable slack, then take up any excess travel with the adjuster under the lever, under the car.
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Re: Handbrake query
« Reply #7 on: 02 January 2010, 10:48:03 »
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Dont know if the same is happening to mine...... (Pre Facelift).

I have EVERY MOT since it needed one, and the only thing it ever fails on is Handbrake Efficiency (annually).  I guess it has been adjusted.  Can anyone tell me if it is the same adjustment as on my Cavalier (stick something through the hole and move the adjuster round).

I get 6 clicks but still have a poor handbrake. (Not that I ever use it).

That will perhaps be why you get a chit for an innefficient handbrake!  Use it or loose it.....   ;)
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