Robert Clair wrote:
> ... the really super story on the Carpenter, got us thinking about
> these Dunlop rubber brake cable guides. Wayne Bingham put together
> our mid-'50's H. Bates several years ago, and got three of these i
> believe from Ray Etherton when he came to the Circus a ways back.
>
> ... they are a black rubber wrap, that holds the cable, snaps shut,
> and because it rubber instead of metal, no paint scratches or rust.
> what's not to like.
>
> ... can anyone inform us about these, historical uses, and possible
> availabilty. they really are the "cat's meow" for these old bicycle
> fellows.
>
These or something close are available from vintage British motorcycle
parts suppliers.
Examples here:
http://www.britishcycle.com/
HTH
Marcus Coles
London, Ontario, Canada.