Originally Posted by
clubman
I must suck with cable pull. Never was able to lock up a Weinmann side pull before the 80's models appeared. Then it was all over.
...if you can take them back with you in the time machine, load up on some die drawn slick brake cables and some plastic lined housing. Throw in some decent more modern brake pads and make sure you're not lazy and squeezing the lever from the top pf the hoods. Hopefully the time machine will also restore your hand strength and flexibility to pre-80's levels.