Handbrake Mechanism

[scrab]

I have recently purchased a MK Lotus Cortina, and new to the Forum/Register. The car is in a dismantled state, and I am in the process of working out what parts are missing. I have no knowledge of the dash handbrake setup, the handle is present, but I would like to find out what the remainder of the mechanism consists of. If anyone has a diagram or can explain this would help me

[Keith Halstead]

The chrome handle has a small cable attached which hooks over the top of a pivot lever mounted on a pin on the steering box and then a long cable is hooked over the bottom of that lever - in turn this links to a clevis pin on the actuating arm on one of the rear drums.

The parts list book has a diagram of the components.

[Pete G]

Where are you?
There may be someone local that would let you have a look at their car

[SteveL]

think this is called a fulcrum?

[scrab]

Thanks for the help. How do I obtain the parts catalogue for future reference, I'm sure I'll need it? I'm in Derby so if there is any members local who wouldn't mind me looking at their car please let me know

[Keith Halstead]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Parts-List-fo ... 5b17aa91b6

[Peter Meyer]

Not sure if anybody has suggested that you join LCR but you will find full access to the website helpful.....just saying...

[scrab]

I joined 2 weeks ago, paid my subscription, but have had no correspondence. Is this usual?

[Peter Meyer]

Yes that is unusual. Sorry to mention it and I'm sure our administrators will fix it!

[SteveL]

Thanks for the help. How do I obtain the parts catalogue for future reference, I'm sure I'll need it? I'm in Derby so if there is any members local who wouldn't mind me looking at their car please let me know

Probably be easier to go to a car show and take a look

[Steve 155C]

I joined 2 weeks ago, paid my subscription, but have had no correspondence. Is this usual?

Hi Steven. Welcome to the LCR. I can see your subs payment , and have now updated your forum access. You will be able to see a lot more info now. I have passed your info onto the membership secretary so expect a copy of the club mag in the post late Sep / October.

Thanks , Steve.

[Steve 155C]

Have you got a Mk1 or Mk11?

[scrab]

Have you got a Mk1 or Mk11?

I've got a MK1, in a bit of a sorry state at the moment

[mickmade]

Hi.
I live in Ravenshead Nottingham,if it helps you are welcome to come and view the handbrake set up.
Regards Mick.

[scrab]

Hi.
I live in Ravenshead Nottingham,if it helps you are welcome to come and view the handbrake set up.
Regards Mick.

Mick
Thanks for the offer. I've got a good idea from the photos, so I may be OK , however if I need more clarity I'll contact you.
thanks again
Steve