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Linear Pull Brakes
If the brake cable is not connected at the brake lever, slide the head of the brake cable
into the brake lever per the diagram, and thread the cable through the slot in the brake
lever so the cable end rests squarely in the adjustment barrel or cable end rests in the
recess of the brake lever. (Fig. 3.31)
If the brake cable is disconnected at the brake arm, with left hand, squeeze the 2 brake
halves together until the brake pads touch the rims. With your right hand pull the
brake cable so that the stepped end of the “noodle” can be inserted into the brake
carrier.
Brake adjustment
Check to be sure the cable is seated in the brake lever. Loosen the cable anchor bolt just
enough to allow the cable wire to move freely. With your left hand squeeze the caliper
brake until both brake pads contact the rim. While holding the brake closed with your
left hand, use your right hand to pull the brake cable tight (through the cable anchor.
Again inspecting that the cable end is seated in the brake lever, and the barrel adjuster
of the brake. Tighten the cable anchor as much as you can by hand, and then while still
squeezing the brake, tighten the cable anchor fully with a wrench. (Fig. 3.32)
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Noodle
3.32
Cable adjusng barrel
Cable head
Ferrule
Grip
Brake lever
Handlebar
3.31
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