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Re: '91 200Q hand brake sticking



> Get under the car.  Find the mechanical part of the caliper that is
> actuated with the handbrake cable.  Gently (but you'll have to use *some*
> force) tap it with a hammer, and it will release.  Likely it's just bound
> up and a little rusted, so it is sticking.  This solution is temporary
> most likely, as if you use the handbrake again the problem will likely
> re-occur.  Anyone know the DIY permanent solution?

Monthly lubrication?  It's what I fear I will have to do when I put
discs on teh rear of my Coupe...

-- 
Huw Powell