The hammer hook that fixes the emergency-brake has come off and I found that some mechanics re-solder them. Can garages also re-solder handbrake cable pieces? Can I have a go myself?
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It is likely that every decent garage will refuse to solder them, because the next defect will be their liability. Instead, they will happily offer to replace the entire cable assembly, including conduit.
Replacing brake cables is an standard job. Repairing them isn't, and likely it is even illegal
Assuming you have an older vehicle: Replacing the entire assembly, inclusive conduit, is advisable. Older cables are often contaminated by water and dirt ingress, resulting in cable wear and rust.
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