Originally Posted by
sailorbenjamin
You know that barrel shaped piece that fits around the stud and holds the return spring? It's about a half an inch tall and maybe 3/4" around? They dry out in the sun and brake and the the whole bike is useless. The LBS only sells complete brake sets.
Do they even have a name?
I think they are called "free".
At least if they are the pieces I think they are, I may have some I'd give you for postage, but maybe you can show a pic of what you want, just to be certain.