Ok, took the brake release handle apart and it there is nothing wrong with the routing of the e-brake release cable to the handle....I don't think it has anything to do with the cable adjust under the seat as Hirnbliss may think as I am not concerned with any adjustment to the wheels.

I am referring to the release handle/cable slop......release handle works but there is a lot of play in the handle.....

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Norm K.
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