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While we are on the topic of emergency (hand) brakes, I thought I’d share a little tip. Often, the e-brake mechanism on the caliper is frozen. I’ve had 100% success freeing those up (I think I’ve done 6 of them, or more). Soak the caliper in a 1:1 mixture of acetone and ATF, in a sealed container or Ziplock bag. Take it out once or twice a day, clamp it in a vise and use some big-honking pliers to try to exercise it. Repeat this for several days, and for a couple days after it loosens up.

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I saw an article on that acetone/ATF mixture. It was the best penetrating fluid ever, far exceeding anything in an aerosol can.

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Good luck,

Bill

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From: S1S2euroS3LotusEspritOwners@groups.io <S1S2euroS3LotusEspritOwners@groups.io> On Behalf Of Toaph via groups.io
Sent: Friday, January 3, 2025 2:52 PM
To: s1s2euros3lotusespritowners@groups.io
Subject: Re: [S1S2euroS3LotusEspritOwners] Replacing handbrake mounting plate

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Ouch!? I won't be removing the outer sill on my S1 any time soon!!!? Actually the only part of the video I was really interested in was the half-second clip where they take out the inner sill.? I'm guessing that the amount of effort required is commensurate with the amount of screen time it got.? My first priority is to check that the cable is properly attached, but if I find that the lever has "gone all floppy" then I'll probably bag it and pretend the handbrake doesn't exist just like I've done for the 11 years I've owned the car.

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On Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 01:04:10 PM EST, Shane Chalke <shane@...> wrote:

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