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Rusty, I think you're right about the need for a cycle specialist to fix the disk brakes.
SITUATION:
1) The right front disk brake has lost a disk bolt and the remaining bolts need to be constantly tightened. Solution: I will apply Loctite sealant liquid to the remaining bolts to secure the brake disk.
2) I believe the brake pads have experienced significant wear. We've tried to use the manual 'dial' to tighten both pads closer to the brake disk. While this increases the braking capacity, it also means that the worn brake pads rub against the disk even when not engaged. Solution: Seek professional cycle mechanic at next Checkpoint (Revelstoke) for fine brake adjustment and possible pad replacement if required.
3) The brakes are becoming 'soft' which requires the pilot to engage the brake grip almost to the steering post in order to slow the EcoRocket. Solution: Seek professional cycle mechanic to adjust tighten the brake cables for 'hard' brake engagement.
Revelstoke seems the last likely place to find parts and service for the brake issue for some time. It will take us a couple days to get there. Until then, we'll manage with what we're able to do ourselves.
If anyone reading this message can recommend someone in Revelstoke to help us on this, it would be greatly appreciated.
That's about it, Rusty. I'll try to send a photo along of one of the brake mechanisms.
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-- Major Dude
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In Sicamous, BC:
John’s Bike Repair, (250) 833-2811
Found John's in the "Shuswap Hiking, biking, and Trail Riding Guide" an online PDF. Sorry no address.
Couldn't find anything on the web in Revelstoke.
Roger that, Ground Control. Not sure where that location is at this time.
Will consult map tomorrow am. Will keep advised.
Thanks a lot, Rusty!
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-- MD
Here's couple:
Flowt Bikes & Skis, 709 Victoria Rd, Revelstoke
250-837-4044
High Country Cycle & Sport (aka Skookum?), 118 MacKenzie Avenue Revelstoke
250-814-0090
A motorcycle or scooter shop might also be able to help, if the technology is similar enough.
Back of the adjustment dial on the pads. Attempt to rotate pads so that brake grabs on any apparent high part of that has not yet been worn away. then loosen set screw on the cable and shorten it with brake clamped or held closed. When you remove the clamp, the pads should back off enough to allow rotation.
Remember, worn brake cables can snap under mountain loads,and feet dragging through ditches or sketchy pavement at high speeds will be subject to catching in holes and snapping ankles or being dragged under vehicle. Jamming material in the front wheel housings might be one emergency strategy
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Wow, Kent. You're all over this one! Sounds right to me. Bit rushed for time this morning as we've gotta get to Ranchero ES in Salmon Arm this morning at 1000 hours PST and it's a climb to get there - no crazy down hills. Roger your caution on the Flintstone option. Shoving something against bothfront tires might be a problem as the pilot (me today) has to also steer the velo at the same time.
Failing repairs by a shop en route given by the Econaut team above, I'll attempt your repair direction.
Thanks!
-- Major Dude
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