a. A spare pair of new handbrake cables they are willing to part with?
b. A spare cable (complete - condition less important) that could be used as a pattern to make some more new ones?
I have been in touch with Speedy Cables who can make new cables, but they will need a sample to copy. I can't take one off our car unfortunately as it's needed daily.
If anyone can help, please let me know - also anyone who needs cables, since Speedy can lower the price if we buy 10 or more sets. (I won't know what they will charge until they have one to copy). Contact via the Forum or on: huskiesandnewts@tiscali.co.uk
But be careful, they copy EXACTLY. So, as per original, you'll need 2 of 1/4 whitworth spanners to adjust the cables. Every year at MOT time I say a couple of rude words.
Count me in although I haven't got that far yet. Is this Peer(less) pressure?
Suppose I can use 'em as dental floss if I already have them. Perhaps Speedy would like to show my readers how they are made in return for coverage and a good price for the Register? I throw the gauntlet Sir C.
I'll speak to them if they're interested... Let me know.
I will need a pattern cable to get a price from Speedy, so if anyone has got one loafing, that would be fantastic. (a used one would be OK if complete/not damaged). As I said at first, our car is in daily use so we can't spare one!
Come on all you Peerless people, someone must have a handbrake cable not fitted to a car, or a car that's not going anywhere for a while. We are getting a bit desperate now, since our frayed cable has snapped, meaning that the remaining cable is doing the work, and the handbrake isn't working properly with only one drum connected. The car is used every day, so we don't have the option to take it off the road and we will be stuck if the other cable snaps!
You will of course get your cable back as soon as possible, and we will pay postage. From the notes above, you will be helping several Peerlesses besides ours!
Hill starts are a bit of a challenge - it's a good thing the pedals are close together. Al can't wait to have her handbrake back!
I've sent the cable to Speedy so we should have a price soon. They are quoting for multiples of one set and for 10 sets which should be a bit cheaper. Once I have the prices I will post them here and ask people to commit so we can get an order in. If we get fairly close, I am inclined to go for 10 as the price will be a bit better and then there will be spares in case anyone has an emergency - like us!
Second try spacing went haywire last time - Nigel please remove the first if you can?
Hi All, The cables have finally arrived. Based on the interest expressed here, I got Speedy to make 10 sets, and have fitted the first set to Ali's car. They seem to be very well made, as you would expect, and they certainly work. Just as well, as the car's MoT was due (it passed with flying colours). I can now post cables on to any of you who need them, at cost (those who have already expressed interest, please confirm). Cost breakdown: The cost of the cables, including VAT and shipping, was £636.27. This equates to £63.63 per pair + £1.00 for a padded bag + the cost tp post them on to you: UK: £2.12, or £2.80 if you want recorded delivery. Netherlands/Germany: £5.69 (not tracked) or £9.89 (tracked/signed for) I've spent my own money on these cables, so I would very much appreciate early confirmation of interest (and cheques!). I am charging people exactly what it's cost me, but if many of the cables hang around, I may add a little interest on to cover my 'investment' - so please don't hang on too long! For Erik and Wolfgang: if you guys can't pay in £UK, you could instead use PayPal - which will do the conversion automatically - if you have an account. Please let me know what you want to do. Best, Nick
Well done Nick great work Come on you lot get your spondoolies down to Nick quick as he is out of pocket until you do. Thanks must also go to Peter Clayton for sending Nick a good sample cable to work from.
Yesterday i received the handbrake cables. Very nice indeed!! Especially the grease nipples, i don't know if they where standard on the original cables, but this will make servicing the cables very easy.
I'm glad i have them know, although it won't fit them shortly as i'm still working on the body of my car.
Nick are you out there? i have had an enquiry for a handbrake cable set for a Warwick (come on all you Warwicketters are they the same???) i know they have the umbrella pull handle but I seem to remember they are the same underneath??? anywho let me know.