XJ6 inboard rear handbrake issues/upgrade

[AKBaz]

Hi All

Thanks for the article.

Just checking, is this for a Gen 1 or Gen 2 AK?

If it is for a Gen 1 does anyone know how the cable is routed to the handbrake mechanism.

Many thanks

Rob

I had the same problems with my handbrake on the Gen1. The problem is the cable routing. Don't route it straight from the handbrake to the lower wheel arch. You need to route it in a gentle curve up behind the seat before entering the wheel arch area. I did this 2 years ago because of the difficulty passing the mot. It now passes with ease. I also oiled the sheath.

Hope this helps

Baz

[Tony]

My old AK (now been gone 7 years) was a gen 1 and I never had a problem with the standard handbrake. Just make sure it's adjusted correctly.

[RobP]

Hi Tony

Thanks for the link.

Is your AK a Gen 1 or 2 And how did you sort out the linkage to the handbrake mechanism?

Thanks

Rob

[Tony]

Sorry Rob, I don't have ST124 either. Tony was editor for that one - can you help Tone?

Graham

The article about handbrake mods that was in issue 124 has already been posted some time ago by myself

https://www.ukcobraclub.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=81.0

[RobP]

Hi All

Thanks for the article.

Just checking, is this for a Gen 1 or Gen 2 AK?

If it is for a Gen 1 does anyone know how the cable is routed to the handbrake mechanism.

Many thanks

Rob

[JON1D]

https://www.ukcobraclub.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=312.new#new

[RobP]

Hi All

Many thanks for your help, much appreciated.

Rob

[JON1D]

I will upload ST124 and try and find the other article.

[Graham Heatrick]

Sorry Rob, I don't have ST124 either. Tony was editor for that one - can you help Tone?

Graham

[Tony]

Rob - if you can't find it let me know and I'll sort a copy for you (electronically).

Graham

You could always put it in the magazine section on this forum???   

[Graham Heatrick]

Certainly Rob, I'll sort something for you tomorrow.

Graham

Hi Graham

Many thanks for the offer, could I take you up on it.

I have looked high and low and this is the only copy I can't find.

Regards

Rob

[RobP]

Hi Graham

Many thanks for the offer, could I take you up on it.

I have looked high and low and this is the only copy I can't find.

Regards

Rob

[Graham Heatrick]

Rob - if you can't find it let me know and I'll sort a copy for you (electronically).

Graham

Thanks for the info. I will see if I can dig out my copy of ST124.

Rob

[RobP]

Thanks for the info. I will see if I can dig out my copy of ST124.

Rob

[JON1D]

AK Handbrake mod in ST124 April 2016 issue.

The article used a centre mount handbrake position for the Lokar part EHB-7000F. If you don't want to go electronic. He does say someone used a modified MGB handbrake on the drivers side of the tunnel.

The Lokar is available from

http://www.randrhotrodimports.co.uk/lokar-ehb-7000f-floor-mount-emergency-hand-brake-chrome-finish

The XJS system is not an even pull and not a central pivot so trying to get this to work efficiently is a balancing act. I have always adjusted before each MOT.