Midget Handbrake Cable Question

[77_MG_Midget]

My '77 Midget needs the handbrake cable replaced. Neither Moss or Vic Brit show the same type of cable setup as I have. Do I have to change everything to the older (?) style handbrake just to replace the cable? I've attached a pic of the type of cable setup on my car. Sorry about the quality of the pic(s).....

 

[sparkydave]

The diagram VB and Moss show is a little misleading, but they both have the cables for 182001 on up, and I was able to replace mine (also a '77, 190920). It just doesn't use that bellcrank that they show in the diagram. It looks like you've got the same cable I do. What VIN do you have?

 

[sparkydave]

Just an added note, you might need the pins that attach the cable to the levers unless yours come out nicely. Mine weren't too willing to detach without a fight.

 

[77_MG_Midget]

Thanks Dave,

I don't have my exact number (I'm at work... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif ), but mine is in the 186,5?? range if I remember right.

 

[77_MG_Midget]

Oh and BTW, when I had my rear brake drums turned, the shop that did it said their book didn't show drums on a '77 midget, only rear disk brakes. Did any of the midgets come factory with rear disks? just curious.

 

[sparkydave]

Sounds like your shop has a bad book. You won't find rear disks on any stock Midget. No mention of rear disks in Haynes or in the factory workshop book.

 

[77_MG_Midget]

Yea, I kind of figured the shop's book was screwed up. Not all that unusual though. Most places don't even list midgets in any books anymore.

 

[Randi]

How is it coming along? My emergency cable snapped & at least it might give me the direction to fix it too! Randi

 

[77_MG_Midget]

Randi,

Moss motors does carry the correct cable for the 1500 midgets with serial number 182,001 and on. It's part number 331-670. The cable is kind of a pain to get out, mainly because the threads on the adjustment nuts get gunked up. But, otherwise, pretty straight forward. if you don't have a haynes or workshop manual, I can get the procedure from mine tonight and forward it to you.

 

[Mike H]

Double check the part number before you order.
There is a difference between cars with Rostyle and wire wheels.

 

[77_MG_Midget]

Mike, yes, you are correct. The part number I stated was for the Rostyle wheels. Moss motors technical support was kind enough to take and email me some pictures of the part before I bought it to make sure it was what I expected. Now that's what I call customer service.

 

[77MidgetMkIV]

I did mine a couple years ago. I also have a 77, and I have that same setup. The new part came with my car uninstalled when I bought it. I also had to replace the pins on each end, and the adjustment was a little bit of a pain the first time, but I made a tool that makes turning down the adjuster nut a little easier, since it is tight quarters. I have since replaced all the rear brake hardware, and the ebrake works great now.

 

[ecurie_ecosse]

Well,guys,I joined this forum to ask this exact question.It is good to find out the correct information.
Looks like another order for Moss! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cheers.gif

 

[77MidgetMkIV]

[ QUOTE ]
Well,guys,I joined this forum to ask this exact question.It is good to find out the correct information.
Looks like another order for Moss! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cheers.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Reaping rewards already after post#1!!!
Welcome aboard.

 

[DrEntropy]

Welcome, Stuart! Glad you got info for a question you didn't even ASK yet! We're GOOD! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

I see you took the "long way 'round" to get here, too /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[ecurie_ecosse]

Thanks for the info and the welcome. Yes I do have a tendency to take the scenic route.After all,one must see the world,huh?

Stuart.

 

[Randi]

Hey Stuart- Zack and I are in South west La. I'm Abbeville & he is Lafayette! Stop by when (if) you are passing through!! My cable just plainly snapped and I would love to know the "Big Picture" when it comes to replacing it. we have the 36 Ford Coupe up right now and I believe it will occupy our life for a while so there is o big hurry- I drive it without one. Randi