handbrake issue

[si2040]

Hi Guys,

Just have a MR2 that has a weak handbrake. I've changed the cables etc but still quite weak could it be the calipers just not biting enough...anyone have any ideas?

[Quigonjay]

if you have fitted new cables it probably just needs adjusting
did you leave the adjustment rod alone? (before and after fitting cables)

[si2040]

adjustment rod? I did tighten this after i installed it but seems to loosen up over several months...

[Quigonjay]

adjustment rod? I did tighten this after i installed it but seems to loosen up over several months...

just to make sure we are on the same page, threaded rod with 2 x 12mm nuts and a spring on the end and goes through a plate that the cables attatch to

[mr2nut123]

MR2 handbrake cables always go in winter. They're pants

[jim-mapps]

Try the guide on here http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/viewtopic. ... ake+nobble. There is another version posted by Paul too but I can't find that one, I did this 2 weeks ago to get it to pass MOT. Worked a treat