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Old 05-14-20, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Trikeboy7
Hi
I am buying a band to fit my disabled tricycle
I will have to fit it on right back as I have a thread on the hub that I can use

I notice most all band brakes are on left will this be a problem and lead to loosening of the break assembly when braking
Appreciate advice
Band brakes use a right hand thread, same as a freewheel, so they mount on the left side so they do not loosen in use. If it is on the right side of the wheel, it will unscrew itself.
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