Handbrake Compensator

[steve00136]

I've done this job recently and the instructions above are excellent. I found that removing the centre console top lid and tray just gave that little more access for manoeuvre. Put a few photos on my blog at https://mgzt.info/2021/03/23/handbra...mpensater-mod/

[David]

As Steve says, the Index description of doing the swap is excellent.

I think this is the correct one; certainly looks right:
BMW MINI ONE COOPER S R50 R52 R53 HANDBRAKE LEVER CABLE CONNECTOR 2001-2006 | eBay

If you do go for the Mini R53 compensator, generally available on eBay, and probably better than the stainless one from Arctic anyway, you should read this thread below though, since there are two different length cables, depending on the year of Mini.
https://www.two-sixties.co.uk/mgoc26...ke-Compensater .

David

[TVRJAS]

Thanks David
I will have a look on Ebay
Not looking forward to fitting it though.
John

[TVRJAS]

Thanks Steve
Your reply will be very helpful when I am up to my waist in interior trim
John

[TVRJAS]

Just another question.
Where do I buy the rear disc pads
Thanks
John