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Are the libra handbrake cables from an MGF


Wed Feb 15, 2017 4:16 pm
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Post Re: Handbrake cables
They were custom made for GTM.

Might still have em? original-libra-handbrake-cables-for-sale-50-pair-t3161.html

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Thu Feb 16, 2017 12:29 pm
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Post Re: Handbrake cables
I think Reyland motors still have some for sale, he used to modify them for GTM when Paddy and Peter were at the helm.

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Originally the cables were Rover 420 but I have since replaced mine, a couple of years ago, buying a pair from Reyland, If my memory serves me right the Reyland cables were a few inches shorter, which helps.

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Any idea of handbrake part no or which model or are they all the same.
Thanks Matty


Fri Mar 17, 2017 4:46 pm
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If you have the old ones as a pattern Venhill can make new ones for you.

http://www.venhill.co.uk/

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The only reference in my 'build manual' donor parts list is to use 'Rover 220/420 handbrake lever ,cables and rear calipers'.

Hope this helps

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Post Re: Handbrake cables
octance wrote:
Are the libra handbrake cables from an MGF


If your patient and you're interested you can have mine once I replace the rear brakes as I have new specific cables to go with the new brakes I'm putting on

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Sat Mar 18, 2017 8:24 pm
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Hi,
Thanks for the offer but purchased a rover 400 one at clearance price. £5, hopefully right one and I can get it fitted pass the fuel tank without having to drop it.
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Thu Mar 23, 2017 9:41 pm
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Matty H wrote:
Hi,
Thanks for the offer but purchased a rover 400 one at clearance price. £5, hopefully right one and I can get it fitted pass the fuel tank without having to drop it.
Matty


I know what you mean as i am hoping to use the existing cables as a draw wire for the new ones

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Fri Mar 24, 2017 12:23 pm
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Post Re: Handbrake cables
When I changed my cables I undid the nearside and rear fixings to allow the tank to droop slightly, the rear bolt is accessed via the parcel shelf inside. Mind you don't knock any wires off the fuel pump when pulling the cable through.

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I hope i don't knock anything because if i have to drop the fuel tank, i'll probably change it for something better as i still haven't got around the silly problem of the fuel coming back out of the refill hole whilst filling it up, lol

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