E-brake repair, How to? 1987 4KCSQ

[Huw Powell]

> So in hte process of replacing the rear brakes on my 4KQ, i managed to
> break the threaded rod that connects the e-brake cables to the lever
> in the cabin. So here's my question, how the heck does that sucker
> come out? it appears to be part of the actual assembly of the lever,
> bent around a pin at the handle end. Any BTDT's?

Basically, yes.  Years ago I replaced that part on my coupe, since it 
was getting horribly rusted.  Audi does sell the threaded rod part 
separately - and the rivet it is held to the rest of the asssembly with. 
  Might as well install a new boot in the floor while you're at it.

Not terribly expensive, but a bit of a pain.

> Can i replace this
> with some threaded rod from home cheapo (modified to fit of course) or
> do i need to call my local parts store?

Or... if there is some thread remaining, you could clean it up and get a 
threaded coupling (might be hard to find metric, though) and a bit more 
threaded rod or long section of bolt to extend what's left of it.

-- 
Huw Powell

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