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KDB
01-19-06, 02:39 PM
I hope these pics come through...

I am working on the traveler's brakes and the front one has a bent part (see picture). What do you guys think? I can try to straighten it. Any hope of a replacement? if yes, where? I can, of course, add new brakes to the list and that may be easiest.

Thanks,
KDB

luker
01-19-06, 05:05 PM
The part is steel and can be straightened. The question that you have to ask yourself is: "Has this been done before?" As it is a front - a failure could have some serious repercussions. If you are doing a spot-on resto, then you may want to salvage the original part, otherwise, look for a good, new, Taiwan replacement on eBay. They are going for less than $20 if you watch.
Everest
01-19-06, 05:28 PM
I have a set of calipers off a schwinn I'm not using. If it should come to that let me know and we can work something out.

Skip Magnuson
01-19-06, 05:32 PM
Take it to a good machinist - he should be able to straighten it for you.
bigbossman
01-19-06, 06:09 PM
I've got a pile of old Weinmann centerpulls. I'll be glad to send you a set for the price of postage if they'll help you.
leunkstar
01-20-06, 12:57 AM
Can't you use any other old brake as a donor for the axis?
pastorbobnlnh
01-20-06, 03:24 AM
Ken,

I can have a set of replacement "Schwinn Approved" Dia Comps you can have. Save the spacers which contact the fork crown.

Bob
John E
01-21-06, 07:50 AM
I have a pretty good stash of Weinmann and DiaCompe centerpulls and sidepulls. PM me if you need a small replacement part.