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oldblue1968chevy · 03-10-2009, 08:27 PM

okay,,,well i have NO parking brake....

crawled under there but didnt really see anything and wanted to go drive around, so i did lol....but how do u tighten it..like to get it working properly cause ive needed it a few times already..but i ditched tightening it and deicded to cruise around and take a few pics and have a chat with an older fella that had a 1960..some kinda mopar golden commander? i think thats right....it was REALLY nice...i stoped because he had a 68 gmc and a 71-72 swb lowered with big drag slicks on back that doesnt have a motor...i forgot to ask him if he'd sell it or part it out
(for disc brakes lowering spindles) well heck for the swb maybe even!

didnt get alot of pics of other peoples stuff but heres a few i took

well i'll try to get pics later they dont wanna upload...lol

how do i tighten my parking brake thanks

Andy4639 · 03-10-2009, 08:40 PM

When you crawl under the truck with the wheel chocked and brake off there is a all thread rod, I think it's on the drivers side it will have double nuts on it. Tighten them up to get all the slack out of the cable, but leave just enough so it's relaxed until you set the brakes. You may want some one to sit inside while you do this and try them every so often as you tighten the nuts up.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-10-2009, 08:52 PM

okie dokie thanks

what side of the Y is it on? thanks

Andy4639 · 03-10-2009, 09:08 PM

The rod should be right there on the drivers side under the floor inside the frame rail basicly. My 71 is anyway.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-10-2009, 09:16 PM

thannk you

cdowns · 03-10-2009, 09:21 PM

have you taken the drums off to check the condition of brake shoe material if any// have you checked to see if the self adjuster star wheel is working properly?

oldblue1968chevy · 03-10-2009, 09:27 PM

im pretty stupid wen it comes to brake..but no i hanentt

Andy4639 · 03-10-2009, 09:33 PM

You can't be stupid on something if you've never done it before.
Everybody has to start some place.
If you haven't checked any of the stuff mentioned you need to. Either take it to a shop and get them to or have maybe a friend or someone you trust that knows mechanic's to look with you and show you what you need to look for.
If you have a high school mech shop close by talk to the teacher and see if they will help you.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-10-2009, 09:39 PM

ha im in high school

now, ive done fourwheeler drum brakes...i know there quite a bit the same..havent checked the brake shoes..

self adjuster starwheel....is that the lil thing u can adjust the brakes wtih or no..im fellin the answer isgonna be no lol

Andy4639 · 03-10-2009, 09:44 PM

Yes that's the adjuster. Inspect the shoes just as you would your four wheeliers. If there is concern change them.

Now for the cable again. If you get under the truck and the cable is floppy loose then you need to tighten it up good. These old cables will stertch over 40 years.
You may want to try a look in the F&Q section on brakes also.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-10-2009, 09:46 PM

its purty floppy lol

Andy4639 · 03-10-2009, 09:50 PM

Tighten it up just enough to get the slack out. I like for my e-pedal to go about half way down.
As long as it holds the truck on a hill is good in nuetral.

hounddogs! · 03-10-2009, 11:19 PM

Start with your favorite rust dissolver product first. Those jam nuts are really easy to round off.

**oldiron** · 03-11-2009, 03:28 AM

I assume that you have a 68. The manual states you should pull the brake handle out 4 clicks from the released position. Then tighten the adjuster on the cable until it is snug. This way when you release the e-brake handle the cable will relax enough to keep the brake shoes from dragging on the drums.
Good luck.
PS. I would check the condition of your rear brakes first and then adjust the star wheel first before adjusting the parking brakes.

**nightmare** · 03-11-2009, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

Tighten it up just enough to get the slack out. I like for my e-pedal to go about half way down.
As long as it holds the truck on a hill is good in nuetral.

Thats funny. When I had my truck inspected last year, the person said that it had to hold the truck still while in drive at 1500 rpms. Of course I'm in Texas, so that may just be a state thing.

**truckdude239** · 03-11-2009, 08:28 AM

i second checking your brakes also

oldblue1968chevy · 03-11-2009, 07:26 PM

okay wat do i do if its tightened all the way up lol

Sinister · 03-11-2009, 07:33 PM

You'll need a new cable if the old one's too stretched.

oldblue1968chevy · 03-11-2009, 07:43 PM

dang...bout how much they gonna run

Sinister · 03-11-2009, 07:49 PM

About $17 + shipping...

03-10-2009, 08:27 PM	#1
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	how do i tighten parking brake okay,,,well i have NO parking brake.... crawled under there but didnt really see anything and wanted to go drive around, so i did lol....but how do u tighten it..like to get it working properly cause ive needed it a few times already..but i ditched tightening it and deicded to cruise around and take a few pics and have a chat with an older fella that had a 1960..some kinda mopar golden commander? i think thats right....it was REALLY nice...i stoped because he had a 68 gmc and a 71-72 swb lowered with big drag slicks on back that doesnt have a motor...i forgot to ask him if he'd sell it or part it out (for disc brakes lowering spindles) well heck for the swb maybe even! didnt get alot of pics of other peoples stuff but heres a few i took well i'll try to get pics later they dont wanna upload...lol how do i tighten my parking brake thanks __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Last edited by oldblue1968chevy; 03-10-2009 at 08:32 PM.

03-10-2009, 08:40 PM	#2
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: how do i tighten parking brake When you crawl under the truck with the wheel chocked and brake off there is a all thread rod, I think it's on the drivers side it will have double nuts on it. Tighten them up to get all the slack out of the cable, but leave just enough so it's relaxed until you set the brakes. You may want some one to sit inside while you do this and try them every so often as you tighten the nuts up. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-10-2009, 08:52 PM	#3
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake okie dokie thanks what side of the Y is it on? thanks __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-10-2009, 09:08 PM	#4
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: how do i tighten parking brake The rod should be right there on the drivers side under the floor inside the frame rail basicly. My 71 is anyway. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-10-2009, 09:16 PM	#5
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake thannk you __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-10-2009, 09:21 PM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: how do i tighten parking brake have you taken the drums off to check the condition of brake shoe material if any// have you checked to see if the self adjuster star wheel is working properly? __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-10-2009, 09:27 PM	#7
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake im pretty stupid wen it comes to brake..but no i hanentt __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-10-2009, 09:33 PM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: how do i tighten parking brake You can't be stupid on something if you've never done it before. Everybody has to start some place. If you haven't checked any of the stuff mentioned you need to. Either take it to a shop and get them to or have maybe a friend or someone you trust that knows mechanic's to look with you and show you what you need to look for. If you have a high school mech shop close by talk to the teacher and see if they will help you. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 03-10-2009 at 09:35 PM.

03-10-2009, 09:39 PM	#9
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake ha im in high school now, ive done fourwheeler drum brakes...i know there quite a bit the same..havent checked the brake shoes.. self adjuster starwheel....is that the lil thing u can adjust the brakes wtih or no..im fellin the answer isgonna be no lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-10-2009, 09:44 PM	#10
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: how do i tighten parking brake Yes that's the adjuster. Inspect the shoes just as you would your four wheeliers. If there is concern change them. Now for the cable again. If you get under the truck and the cable is floppy loose then you need to tighten it up good. These old cables will stertch over 40 years. You may want to try a look in the F&Q section on brakes also. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-10-2009, 09:46 PM	#11
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake its purty floppy lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-10-2009, 09:50 PM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: how do i tighten parking brake Tighten it up just enough to get the slack out. I like for my e-pedal to go about half way down. As long as it holds the truck on a hill is good in nuetral. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-10-2009, 11:19 PM	#13
hounddogs! Restoring it $200 at a time... Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NE Kansas Posts: 886	Re: how do i tighten parking brake Start with your favorite rust dissolver product first. Those jam nuts are really easy to round off. __________________ Charter member of the 'Put the dimmer switch back on the damn floor where it belongs' Society '68 5.3L-4 speed LWB C20; grandpa bought it for the farm in '71. Now LS 5.3, rather than 327. DD '09 Pilot Weekender '65 Skylark 300-4V-4 speed Wife's '07 Lexus ES350; 117 actuator motors and I can't see the engine. Son's '04 F250 SuperCab 6.0

03-11-2009, 03:28 AM	#14
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,095	Re: how do i tighten parking brake I assume that you have a 68. The manual states you should pull the brake handle out 4 clicks from the released position. Then tighten the adjuster on the cable until it is snug. This way when you release the e-brake handle the cable will relax enough to keep the brake shoes from dragging on the drums. Good luck. PS. I would check the condition of your rear brakes first and then adjust the star wheel first before adjusting the parking brakes. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

03-11-2009, 08:28 AM	#16
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,237	Re: how do i tighten parking brake i second checking your brakes also __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube



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03-11-2009, 07:26 PM	#17
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake okay wat do i do if its tightened all the way up lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-11-2009, 07:33 PM	#18
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: how do i tighten parking brake You'll need a new cable if the old one's too stretched. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

03-11-2009, 07:43 PM	#19
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: how do i tighten parking brake dang...bout how much they gonna run __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

03-11-2009, 07:49 PM	#20
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: how do i tighten parking brake About $17 + shipping... __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

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