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Yousef37 09-27-20 01:08 PM
Rear V-brake not working properly
 
My rear V-brake isn't working properly, it feels loose and barely creates any friction when I pull on it. I tried adjusting the caliper and brake pad position but this didn't fix it. Here is a video showing the problem: https :// youtu.be/i9pf4nP9yjM (remove spaces)

blamester 09-27-20 01:20 PM
Originally Posted by Yousef37 (Post 21716068)
My rear V-brake isn't working properly, it feels loose and barely creates any friction when I pull on it. I tried adjusting the caliper and brake pad position but this didn't fix it. Here is a video showing the problem: https :// youtu.be/i9pf4nP9yjM (remove spaces)
Looks like a cable adjustment and lube.
Look it up on youtube.

andrewclaus 09-27-20 01:32 PM
One of the caliper springs isn't working. It could be damaged, corroded, badly misadjusted, or missing. No way to tell from the video. I would start by removing the cable and getting the calipers to work freely. Then check the cable for corrosion and fraying, and if it's serviceable, adjust it correctly.


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