[s-cars] Parking Brake Cables

[Peter Schulz]

Tom:

I spoke with an former Audi tech and current independent mechanic a few weekends ago about parking brake cables.
He claims , based on his experience, that the Audi oem ones last much longer than the aftermarket Gemos...

YMMV...
-Peter


On Apr 14, 2011, at 9:50 AM, Tom Green wrote:

> Jim,
> 
> There is a list of online suppliers in the FAQ on Quattroworld.com.  You don't even need to register to read it.  Use it and you will easily find parts. This is one of the better sources for aftermarket parts:
> https://www.autohausaz.com/search/product.aspx?sid=2l0hqrzuzvrgxm55je2ao0fd&makeid=800002@Audi&modelid=1009370@S6%20TURBO%20&year=1995&cid=14@Brake%20%26%20Wheel%20Hub&gid=1696@Parking/Emergency%20Brake%20Cable
> 
> They list the Audi part # for these aftermarket cables if you want to check Miramar Audi again  (genuinevwaudiparts.com)  I will say this one last time:  use the part # to search their catalog.  They will match your VIN with the ordered part if you include it, but that means a few days to exchange emails.  If this doesn't work for you, call Rector Audi.  They use the same pricing scheme.
> 
> There are plenty of aftermarket sources in that FAQ list to find the Gemo cables.  You will probably want the 4 little clips that hold the cable in place just behind the handle attachment.
> 
> Tom '95 S6
>         '95.5 S6 avant
> Knoxville, TN
> 
> On Wednesday April 13, 2011, at 1:46 PM, "Jim Fleischer" <jim at almgt.com>  wrote:
> 
>> Hey all,
>> 
>> Looks like I'll be replacing my rear parking brake cables while I am R&Ring my driveshaft next week.  Is this a dealer only item?  Couldn't find them on www.genuineaudiparts.com, but haven't tried Sunset imports yet.  Any thoughts?  What are they running, and anything in particular I need to get in addition?
>> 
>> Thanks!
>> 
>> Jim Fleischer
>> '95 urS6 avant
> 
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-Peter Schulz
Chelmsford Ma, USA
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1995.5 S6 Avant Emerald/Ecru
1995.5 S6 Avant Silver/Platinum
1991 90Q 20v Q Red
1991 90Q 20v Indigo
1991 CQ silver  (eS2 recipient)