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72k5 · 04-19-2005, 12:09 AM

I had no issues either until I put the 14 bolt in. The longest cables I could find were coming up short, so I had to relocate the brackets. You're right, the OE 1/2 ton setup will work with quite a bit of lift.

Hydraulic line locks are good for holding the brakes while winching, but not useful as a parking brake since the fluid pressure will eventually leak off. They also are only as good as your hydraulic system, so they are of no use as an "emergency" brake. I've found that the parking brake usually has more braking than the 4 tires have traction, so I just lock in 4WD for winching.

04-19-2005, 12:09 AM	#12
72k5 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 566	I had no issues either until I put the 14 bolt in. The longest cables I could find were coming up short, so I had to relocate the brackets. You're right, the OE 1/2 ton setup will work with quite a bit of lift. Hydraulic line locks are good for holding the brakes while winching, but not useful as a parking brake since the fluid pressure will eventually leak off. They also are only as good as your hydraulic system, so they are of no use as an "emergency" brake. I've found that the parking brake usually has more braking than the 4 tires have traction, so I just lock in 4WD for winching. __________________ 350 ETec 170 heads, Performer, HEI, Holly TBI, 700r4, 14 bolt rear, F&R lockers, lots of off road improvements. Last edited by 72k5; 04-19-2005 at 12:10 AM.