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Old 10-04-2005, 02:09 PM
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Default Brake Rod not returning to idle position

Car is a Rush EVO, Gone through 2 pads so far the brake rod doesnt go back to idle position and causes the pad to grind down. I mad a little video showing this, i have to return the brakes to idle position by hand:

http://webpages.charter.net/supamantsi/Brakes.avi

Should I just try to apply some kind of lubrication? Im kinda stumped on how to fix this, I figured the pressure from the brake pad would return the bar to idle position but it doesnt, it just eats up the pad.

Should I pick up a fiberglass brake disc?
Old 10-04-2005, 05:37 PM
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Default RE: Brake Rod not returning to idle position

A collar on the front side of the lever will bring it back when you hit the throttle.
It is also a good idea to use nylon washers between the collar and the brake lever to minimize metal to metal contact(radio interference)
Old 10-04-2005, 07:03 PM
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Sorry for the newbish question but collar? any way you could post a picture?
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Default RE: Brake Rod not returning to idle position

No problem!
This is on an old RC10GT, but I assume that the brake operates the same way.
I hope this helps.
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Old 10-05-2005, 12:44 PM
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ahh i got ya thanks alot for the help
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Glad to.

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