Classic & Vintage - Dia Compe brake part

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jcrouse
10-21-05, 06:07 PM
Does anyone know where I can purchase the black plastic piece that is shown in the attached picture? What is the correct name for the piece? I tried a LBS today but they didn't have any. I'll check another store but is there a place they can be purchased online in case I can't find one here in town? I don't know what model Dia Compe levers these are. They came from an early 80's Fuji Dynamic 12.

brokenrobot
10-21-05, 07:47 PM
Is it just a cable stop? I've not seen exactly that kind, but cheap aluminum ones are everywhere...
peripatetic
10-21-05, 08:30 PM
Could give loosescrews.com a try. (http://www.loosescrews.com/ )
Hmmm. Or maybe... http://www.oldroads.com/ .

Have no idea, but they're good places to start.

Could also do a QBP search with one of the big online indie stores (harris cyclery as an example.)

But brokenrobot's right, if they're just the cable/cable housing stops, then you can go ask at your LBS--they'd probably just give you a couple for free--or they also come with housing/cable sets, about $7 at the LBS.

meatwad
10-22-05, 04:16 AM
Never seen anything like that. What does it do but look stupid?
wildjim
10-22-05, 05:57 AM
Does anyone know where I can purchase the black plastic piece that is shown in the attached picture? What is the correct name for the piece? I tried a LBS today but they didn't have any. I'll check another store but is there a place they can be purchased online in case I can't find one here in town? I don't know what model Dia Compe levers these are. They came from an early 80's Fuji Dynamic 12.

An absolutely necessary brake lever part as stated above it is as it does "Cable Stop"

I found some of different types but usable at the older LBS in my area.
brokenrobot
10-22-05, 08:37 AM
In fact, if it IS a cable stop and you can't find one locally, I'd be happy to mail you an aluminum one. I've got a bunch in my "screws and bolts" jar... but I'd be very surprised if your LBS won't sell you one cheaper than postage ;)
jcrouse
10-23-05, 12:07 AM
You're all correct, it is a cable stop. I'm just getting back into bikes after 22 years and I just drew a blank. I was able to get a couple at a LBS.

Thanks for the information. I appreciate it.
Old Yeller
10-23-05, 11:34 AM
You're all correct, it is a cable stop. I'm just getting back into bikes after 22 years and I just drew a blank. I was able to get a couple at a LBS.

Thanks for the information. I appreciate it.


Were you able to get the same black plastic ones? I have a pair from my old Fuji Royale that are exactly the same as in your photo. Free as long as you cover shipping.