Handbrake turnbuckle. Porsche 911 1965-89

Handbrake turnbuckle.
This replacement handbrake turnbuckle (also known as a compensating lever) is built to match Porsche’s original factory specifications. Direct replacement restores proper parking brake adjustment, safety, and reliability. It sits under the car, in the tunnel area where the two rear handbrake cables meet the central handbrake lever linkage.

Fits:
Porsche 911 1965 - 1989
Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 1975 - 1989

Diagram ref no 25

What it does:
•  Provides precise adjustment and compensation within the handbrake cable linkage, allowing correct tension of the parking brake system
•  Helps maintain smooth, even pull on the handbrake cable so the brakes engage and release properly
•  Ensures the handbrake lever mechanism works consistently and reliably

Over time, the turnbuckle can wear, bend, or lose its ability to hold adjustment, leading to a slack or uneven handbrake A defective or misaligned unit may cause parking brake dragging, poor handbrake hold, or uneven cable tension Installing an replacement restores correct geometry and adjustment capability without modification Helps preserve safety, parking stability, and original handling characteristics.

The turnbuckle (compensating piece) links and balances both cables, allowing even adjustment so the parking brake applies equally to both rear wheels. Accessible when servicing or adjusting the handbrake mechanism and typically replaced when cables are serviced or stretched.

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