Sticky Handbrake

[Davz]

Searched the forum for a "how to" on servicing the handbrake but couldn't find anything.

I have a sticky handbrake with the nearside not freeing off staright away when the lever is released, it does release with a clunk when I reverse off the drive and then squeeks for about 10ft. Thinking that a good clean, lube and new springs will sort out the problem.

Has anyone else done this job? Any tips or pics?

Is this the correct kit or should I go for another make?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Matching-OE-Quality-Mintex-Rear-Handbrake-Shoe-Accessory-Kit/192211406609?fits=Car+Make%3ABMW%7CModel%3AZ4&epid=1316142026&hash=item2cc0b14f11:g:xcsAAOSwqVBZX9gZ

Advice much appreciated!

 

[Ewazix]

Unless you know the shoes are recent you might consider replacing them whilst you are in there cleaning and greasing everything, bit fiddly but worth doing. Make sure you get a pic of the set-up in place as it can be tricky to recall which way around everything goes back!

Pelican have a good guide to replacement and adjustment
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/BMW_Z4M/93-BRAKES-Parking_Brake_Shoes_Replacement/93-BRAKES-Parking_Brake_Shoes_Replacement.htm
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/BMW_Z4M/92-BRAKES-Parking_Brake_Adjusting/92-BRAKES-Parking_Brake_Adjusting.htm

 

[ph001]

Yeh, the shoes don’t really wear but they do corrode which eventually leads from the brake lining material coming off the backing plate. If you are taking them off I would replace for what they cost.

 

[Silverzedtom]

First thing to try is re bedding in the shoes and drum.

Drive down a quiet road at 30 mph with the hand brake up a few clicks for 80m.

That should clear any corrosion on the braking surfaces.

 

[Davz]

cheers guys, I was going to have a lok at this week while on hols, but the weather forecast is pretty poor this week (thunder and lightening at the mo!) so may have to put this off. If I get round to doing it i'll put some pics up.