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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 08:57 AM
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E-Brake

So i have an 87 T/A w/6 speed my e-brake is crap it kinda works like a slight hill wont hold the car still but on flat ground its strong enough where i can push it so i know its not ceased but i dont want to but that extra stress of haveing to put it in gear to hold it every time im on a slope
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 09:03 AM
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Re: E-Brake

Is there a question you would like to ask about it?
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 09:06 AM
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Re: E-Brake

How do i get my stiffer e-brake back i want it so when i pull it will hold my car
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 09:07 AM
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Re: E-Brake

Originally Posted by fatalicshock
How do i get my stiffer e-brake back i want it so when i pull it will hold my car
Drums or disks?
Have you checked the cables to make sure they have full travel?
Have you tried to adjust it?
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 09:08 AM
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Re: E-Brake

The adjuster is in the tunnel above the drive shaft.

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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 09:10 AM
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Re: E-Brake

So do i turn it then and what happens?
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 11:57 AM
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 02:19 PM
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Re: E-Brake

Thank you very much
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Old Aug 26, 2013 | 07:07 PM
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Re: E-Brake

BTW, if you enjoy working on your vehicle, you might consider picking up a shop manual specific to your car. It's invaluable.

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