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I have one SRAM Red brake that wobbles from side to side slightly. It's the front brake.
I think it's to do with the the bit that you stick inside the fork from behind, that the brake inserts into and you tighten down with an allen key and spanner. I've had to use the rear brakes bit and swap it over with the front bit, as the front brakes bit was too long and the brake stuck out/wouldn't sit against the fork. So using the smaller sized bit it works, but, it's ever so slightly loose - I've tried tightening it down with the allen key and the wrench - if I go any further with the wrench it'll crack the frame.
I think I need a new bit that you tighten down. The allen key thread bit is wearing down and might be the cause for not being able to tighten it...
I've attached a picture with the bit in question I'm referring to..
I guess I'm asking for an idea on where to get the replacement bit, or how I can secure it better.