Handbrake cable

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ayr41
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Handbrake cable

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The passenger side hadbrake cable on my Million has been damaged by the exhaust, I have bought another and was wondering if it is a job I could do myself. I ask as I have no pit only some ramps but was a little dubious of using these having I assume to leave the handbrake off when fitting. Is it an easy job or better left to a mechanic, any advice on how to fit would be most welcome, many thanks Stephen.
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Re: Handbrake cable

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Support the car on axle stands at the rear and chock the front wheels with bricks and you will be OK
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Re: Handbrake cable

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It's a VERY easy job - just put the one rear wheel up on the ramp - on level ground - and chock the other wheels carefully. Be sure to grease the new cable well - and route it away from the exhaust!
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Re: Handbrake cable

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Also grease the end of the inner cable where it joins on to the wheel cylinder as it tends to rust and fray at the end.
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