Handbrake ineffective

Post by **IndigoSteve** » 08 Apr 2016, 21:28

Bernard is due for an MOT in May and I assume that they will test the handbrake. I'm not sure it'll pass if that's the case as on a hill the handbrake will not hold the van. I have to leave it in gear.

What should I check?

T25 1984 Westfalia Hightop club joker 1.9 petrol

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Post by **multisi** » 09 Apr 2016, 09:31

Had this problem and it was the hand brake lever on one of the brake shoes had seized.

Post by **DoubleOSeven** » 09 Apr 2016, 17:31

Jack up both rear wheels. Apply handbrake two notches. Underneath van right in the middle is the adjuster. Keep tightening until the wheels just grab. Job done.

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Post by **JonB** » 09 Apr 2016, 17:44

As Double07, I did this the other week, quick and effective.

Post by **IndigoSteve** » 09 Apr 2016, 19:41

Thanks. I'll tackle that tomorrow

Post by **kevtherev** » 09 Apr 2016, 20:14

The rear drum brake should be adjusted with the adjusting wheel in the drum.
Accessible near the wheel cylinder.
If your hand brake is ineffective then your cylinders may well not be either.
Check the shoes for wear, and adjust the shoes till they grab, then back the adjuster wheel off a turn.
See the Haynes for comprehensive instructions.
The cable length adjuster is not a brake adjuster.

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