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Hey thanks!

Ordered a proper replacement from olypen (retro bikes) and installed it yesterday, works great overall. One of the pads rubs just a tiny bit but it's MUCH better than before.

Yes sir. It seems that the PO had an incorrect cable attached, the sheath is nearly as long as the cable. The cable measures 53" and sheath is probably 50-51.

I believe I have stock bars, they may be slightly lower but I think the sheath is the culprit. It appears to be too long compared to pictures I've seen of the stock cable. Mine is also black, not that it matters to me. Looking at ordering a replacement through olypen. Also I will be acquiring new ca...

Last season I rebuilt the front wheel, checked the brakes, etc. I'm having an issue now with the brake (go figure). If I put the brake linkage on the posts where the stamped markings (dots) line up, the brake cable does not reach the linkage to hook up. Tinkering with the linkage, I can make the cab...

Minor update: I had done the vinegar soak for the rusty tank at the beginning of winter; rinsed w/ baking soda and water thoroughly, then water, then hit it w WD-40 for storage. Checked it a week ago and saw what looked like calcium build up on the underside of the gas cap (which looked basically ne...

Good to know, thanks again!