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andrewc

Removing a stuck cantilever
« on: 07 March, 2015, 03:48:24 pm »
Front canti arm will not come off the stud.  It rotates OK, but I can't remove it.

I've tried penetrating oil, heat & brute force.  Any other suggestions ?
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Marmitegeoff

Re: Removing a stuck cantilever
« Reply #1 on: 07 March, 2015, 03:56:13 pm »
Small / very small screwdriver between the arm and the plate that the spring goes through.   Then a little leverage.   BUT wiggle a lot as the stud may have a groove worn in it, that is holding the arm in place.
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Kim

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Re: Removing a stuck cantilever
« Reply #2 on: 07 March, 2015, 05:44:48 pm »
Remove the bolts, reassemble the brake, load the bike up and start pushing it up a steep hill in badger country...
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andrewc

Re: Removing a stuck cantilever
« Reply #3 on: 07 March, 2015, 06:00:59 pm »
Bloody Big Adjustable Spanner did the trick!   Used as a lever.

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