Originally Posted by
Shadesy
Ok that sounds simple enough. One more question. I bought a set of brakes with the cables already connected. I was hoping that they would be the right length, but they are about 1 inch too short going to the rear brake. Is there any way to sauder some more cable on until I can get some new ones in, or am I just SOL? Thanks
You can keep the cable housing if it's length is OK--if it has a smooth bend and isn't pulled at a sharp angle. You just need a new brake cable to slide into the housing, it'll be longer than you need, you cut off the excess after attaching to the brake. It's cheap at the LBS. Have them give you some cable ends to crimp on the cables. Just use pliers.