Handbrake compensator

RobDorey · #1 29th June 2007, 17:12

Did anyone come up with an answer to the compensator problem? (Re Andy Danes fail)

I've just have a look at the handbrake system on mine (E36) and can only see manual adjustment.
I thought that maybe there was some sort of actuation/slack adjustment when the handbrake is used, but it seems that the adjustment is done through one of the wheel stud holes and isn't automatic.
Have the SVA guys got a point?
Think that I will make a pivot for the two cables just in case.

Any thoughts?

Stuart · #2 29th June 2007, 23:17

My handbrake cables are 2 separate no compensator fitted. All passed the SVA no problems. They may have picked up on Andys problem when they did the brake test he could have had a imbalance of the 2 rear brakes. As far as i know this is all thats tested and if they pull up evenly you should get a pass.

RobDorey · #3 30th June 2007, 07:33

Stuart,

That makes a lot of sense.
Also saves me some time making a compensator.

Thanks.

Patrick · #4 30th June 2007, 10:56

I'm planning on SVA'ing without a compensator, every production model BMW uses the same system so I can't see the need for it.

I'll only add something if the SVA guys require it when the time comes.

peterux · #5 2nd July 2007, 20:39

And i'm going to wait and see how Patrick gets on at his SVA test !