Re: 200tq rear calipers

["Bob D'Amato" <Bob.Damato@snetel.com>]

On Thu, 21 Mar 1996, Robert D. Russell wrote:

> >        When installing my charile s. spring my mechanic noticed a problem
> with my rear break cable. We ordered new ones but he also said the caliper
> wasent returning. He said I should replace the whole unit $$$ ouch.
> >

Not uncommon on the rear... the cam gets water in it and corrodes so the 
arm doesnt return. 
Dont go for a new one.. you'll go broke. You can easily get a working one 
for a few bucks at a yard. Rumor has it there is a rebuild kit available, 
but I just replace them.

Bob

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